Serving 933 students in grades 7-8, Matthew Gage Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew Gage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Matthew Gage Middle School's student population of 933 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matthew Gage Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthew Gage Middle School is 0.49, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 is Matthew Gage Middle School's ranking?
Matthew Gage Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Matthew Gage Middle School often compared to?
Matthew Gage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Matthew Gage Middle School?
933 students attend Matthew Gage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Matthew Gage Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew Gage Middle School?
Matthew Gage Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Matthew Gage Middle School offer ?
Matthew Gage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Matthew Gage Middle School part of?
Matthew Gage Middle School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
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