Serving 1,264 students in grades 6-8, South Gate Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Gate Middle School's student population of 1,264 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Gate Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Gate Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6494 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Gate Middle School's ranking?
South Gate Middle School is ranked #6494 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Gate Middle School often compared to?
South Gate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Gate Middle School?
1,264 students attend South Gate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Gate Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Gate Middle School?
South Gate Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Gate Middle School offer ?
South Gate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Gate Middle School part of?
South Gate Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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