Very Good
#3040 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena
Middle School · Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena District
812 West 165th Pl., Gardena, CA 90247
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,040 of 9,539
In Gardena
#5 of 16
public schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena
Middle School in Gardena · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is a public middle school in Gardena, CA, part of Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena District. Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,040 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena — Students at Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena Compares
See how Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
812 West 165th Pl., Gardena, CA 90247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Millennium Secondary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arlington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chapman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Anthony of Padua Gardena | 0.3 mi | — |
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle Gardena | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| New Millennium Secondary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Gardena Senior High Gardena | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Moneta Continuation Gardena | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Pacific Lutheran Jr./Sr. High School Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jennifer Kelley Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Wonderland Angels Early Learning Center Compton | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary Gardena | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,851
Median Home Value
$640,500
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
47,303
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| Charles D. Jones Middle Baldwin Park, CA | 7.2 |
| Mountain View Middle Redding, CA | 7.2 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
| Norwood Junior High Sacramento, CA | 7.2 |
| Spring View Middle Huntington Beach, CA | 7.2 |
| Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena
What grades does Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena serve?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
The student-teacher ratio at Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena rank in CA?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena ranks #3,040 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena's MySchoolScout rating?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena a charter school?
Yes, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena a Title I school?
No, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
88.9% of students at Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (310) 425-1605
Resources & Links
District
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena District- District Enrollment
- 360
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,037
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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