The percentage of white sixth graders in honors math has also gone up, to roughly 82%. Some schools utilize test scores to place students into advanced or regular math classes. Getty Images ...

Enihs Medrano, a senior at Centaurus High, is one of six students of color in her advanced Theory of Knowledge class in the International Baccalaureate program. “I am capable…..I don't need ...

Not only does the program help build practical language skills, but it also provides a sense of community, said Darlene Russell, Terry’s wife, who teaches the advanced English track.