Samuel Gompers 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Samuel Gompers Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#8116 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)65%
56%
Black
(21-22)31%
5%
White
(21-22)2%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
98%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Gompers Middle School's ranking?
Samuel Gompers Middle School is ranked #8116 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Samuel Gompers Middle School?
431 students attend Samuel Gompers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Samuel Gompers Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Samuel Gompers Middle School offer ?
Samuel Gompers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Samuel Gompers Middle School part of?
Samuel Gompers Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel Gompers Middle School located?
Samuel Gompers Middle School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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