Serving 677 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Miguel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Miguel Elementary serves the southeast section of South Gate, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.7 miles from the school itself.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Miguel Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Miguel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Miguel Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5191 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1991–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Miguel Elementary School's ranking?
San Miguel Elementary School is ranked #5191 out of 9,523 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Miguel Elementary School?
677 students attend San Miguel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of San Miguel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Miguel Elementary School?
San Miguel Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Miguel Elementary School offer ?
San Miguel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Miguel Elementary School part of?
San Miguel Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
Review San Miguel Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
