Excellent
#882 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Henry T. Gage Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
2880 East Gage Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Enrollment
1,191
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,191
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Huntington Park
#4 of 20
public schools
California middle schools
#92 of 1,349
In district
#233 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Henry T. Gage Middle
Henry T. Gage Middle is a public middle school in Huntington Park, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 1,191 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 15 points below the state average and 34% in reading/language arts, 12 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,376, where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Henry T. Gage Middle — Students at Henry T. Gage Middle score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 9.2/10.
How Henry T. Gage Middle Compares
See how Henry T. Gage Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 16% (2019) to 19.62% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 35.74% (2024).
Location
2880 East Gage Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henry T. Gage Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pacific Boulevard (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Middleton Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walnut Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Park, see our Huntington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miles Avenue Elementary Huntington Park | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Huntington Park Senior High Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RENUEVO SCHOOLS Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RENUEVO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| RENUEVO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Comienza Community Prep Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| San Antonio Continuation Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Renuevo Leadership Academy Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Renuevo Elementary School Huntington Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST MATTHIAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Matthias Elementary School Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Middleton Street Elementary Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Pacific Boulevard Huntington Park | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Middleton Primary Center Huntington Park | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Aspire Ollin University Preparatory Academy Huntington Park | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Aspire Pacific Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Walnut Park Elementary Huntington Park | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90255 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,376
Median Home Value
$562,600
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
70,363
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
30.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Henry T. Gage Middle has a median household income of $61,376. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $562,600, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aliso Viejo Middle Aliso Viejo, CA | 8.3 |
| Harvest Park Middle Pleasanton, CA | 8.3 |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley, CA | 8.3 |
| Pacoima Middle Pacoima, CA | 8.3 |
| Richard E. Byrd Middle Sun Valley, CA | 8.3 |
| Rolling Hills Middle Los Gatos, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henry T. Gage Middle
What grades does Henry T. Gage Middle serve?
Henry T. Gage Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Henry T. Gage Middle?
Henry T. Gage Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry T. Gage Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Henry T. Gage Middle is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henry T. Gage Middle rank in CA?
Henry T. Gage Middle is ranked #882 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Henry T. Gage Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Henry T. Gage Middle has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Henry T. Gage Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Henry T. Gage Middle has 18.7% math proficiency and 34.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Henry T. Gage Middle a charter school?
No, Henry T. Gage Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henry T. Gage Middle a Title I school?
No, Henry T. Gage Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry T. Gage Middle?
95.9% of students at Henry T. Gage Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 90 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 57 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 61 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,841/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 826-1500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #233 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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