Serving 1,031 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower 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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- 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
School Overview
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex's student population of 1,031 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,031 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is 0.02, 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
#4515 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex's ranking?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is ranked #4515 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex often compared to?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complexis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Value by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 87%.
How many students attend Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
1,031 students attend Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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 22:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex located?
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex 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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