She was thinking about how her middle-school alma mater was now 75 percent Latino, when in her day it was 80 percent black. Thinking
The protagonist reflects on the significant demographic changes at her former middle school, which is now predominantly Latino compared to her own experience, where the majority was Black. This shift illustrates the broader changes in community and identity that accompany changes in school populations.
Through this contemplation, the character grapples with her own past and the social dynamics that have evolved over time. The contrast between her memories and the current reality raises questions about racial identity and the implications of such transformations on the education system and community cohesion.
