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#4514 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Samuel Gompers Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
234 East 112th St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,514 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#335 of 563
public schools
In district
#471 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Samuel Gompers Middle
Samuel Gompers Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Samuel Gompers Middle serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel Gompers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,514 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Samuel Gompers Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Samuel Gompers Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
52% of students at Samuel Gompers Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Samuel Gompers Middle — Students at Samuel Gompers Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.6/10.
How Samuel Gompers Middle Compares
See how Samuel Gompers Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
234 East 112th St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Samuel Gompers Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,114
Median Home Value
$576,400
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
28,478
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samuel Gompers Middle
What grades does Samuel Gompers Middle serve?
Samuel Gompers Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Samuel Gompers Middle?
Samuel Gompers Middle has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel Gompers Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Samuel Gompers Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Samuel Gompers Middle rank in CA?
Samuel Gompers Middle ranks #4,514 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Samuel Gompers Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Samuel Gompers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Samuel Gompers Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Samuel Gompers Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Samuel Gompers Middle a charter school?
No, Samuel Gompers Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Samuel Gompers Middle a Title I school?
No, Samuel Gompers Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel Gompers Middle?
91.4% of students at Samuel Gompers 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (323) 241-4000
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #471 of 769
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