Serving 1,192 students in grades 6-8, South Gate Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Gate Middle serves the southeast part of South Gate, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Gate Middle School's student population of 1,192 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Motto
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
School Rankings
South Gate Middle 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 South Gate Middle School is 0.06, 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
#6473 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Gate Middle School's ranking?
South Gate Middle School is ranked #6473 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Gate Middle School often compared to?
South Gate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Gate Middle School?
1,192 students attend South Gate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Gate Middle School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Gate Middle School?
South Gate Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Gate Middle School offer ?
South Gate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Gate Middle School part of?
South Gate Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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