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#6439 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Miguel Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
9801 San Miguel Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,439 of 9,539
In South Gate
#23 of 25
public schools
In district
#636 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About San Miguel Elementary
San Miguel Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. San Miguel Elementary serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. San Miguel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,439 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Miguel Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at San Miguel Elementary 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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San Miguel Elementary — Students at San Miguel Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How San Miguel Elementary Compares
See how San Miguel Elementary 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
9801 San Miguel Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Miguel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bryson Avenue Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bryson Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| San Gabriel Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Lynwood | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Lynwood | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Lynwood | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Madison Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| St. Emydius School Lynwood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST EMYDIUS SCHOOL Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Montara Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Tweedy Elementary South Gate | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Miguel Elementary
What grades does San Miguel Elementary serve?
San Miguel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Miguel Elementary?
San Miguel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Miguel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Miguel Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Miguel Elementary rank in CA?
San Miguel Elementary ranks #6,439 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Miguel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Miguel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 San Miguel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Miguel Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Miguel Elementary a charter school?
No, San Miguel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Miguel Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Miguel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Miguel Elementary?
93.0% of students at San Miguel Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (323) 567-0511
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #636 of 769
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