Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Rogers Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rogers Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rogers Middle School's student population of 768 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rogers Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rogers Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1265 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
32%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers Middle School's ranking?
Rogers Middle School is ranked #1265 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rogers Middle School often compared to?
Rogers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanford Middle School, Newcomb Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rogers Middle School?
768 students attend Rogers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rogers Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rogers Middle School?
Rogers Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rogers Middle School offer ?
Rogers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rogers Middle School part of?
Rogers Middle School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rogers Middle School located?
Rogers Middle School is located in the Belmont Park neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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