Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena

Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is a charter middle school located in the heart of Gardena, California. The school serves students from sixth to eighth grade with an enrollment of 360 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Environmental Charter Middle provides personalized attention to each student's educational needs.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.8 out of 10, reflecting areas where the institution can improve in terms of academic performance. According to state rankings, it stands at number 5629 out of 9566 schools in California, placing it around the 41st percentile. The school’s Academic Score is 4.4 out of 10, indicating that there is room for improvement in areas like ELA and Math proficiency rates, which currently stand at 37% and 23%, respectively.

Despite these challenges, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena remains committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where students can grow both academically and personally. The school’s setting in a large city provides diverse opportunities for community engagement and real-world experiences. Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Gardena, offering its students a dynamic urban backdrop for their educational journey.

Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.