Serving 1,003 students in grades 6-12, Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is 0.04, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
The graduation rate of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
1,003 students attend Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex offer ?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex part of?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is part of Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex School District.
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