Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex serves 1,003 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
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 (2023-24)
- 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 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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