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Somerset High

High School · Bellflower Unified

16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,800 of 9,539

In Bellflower

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#6 of 14

Bellflower Unified

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Somerset High

5.8/10

High School in Bellflower · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ramona Elementary

6.1/10

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6.0/10

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About Somerset High

Somerset High is a public high school in Bellflower, CA, part of Bellflower Unified. Somerset High serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerset High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,800 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Somerset High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Somerset High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Somerset High 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate57%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,901

Somerset High — Students at Somerset High score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 21.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2024
ELA
26.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Somerset High Compares

See how Somerset High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in CA
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Somerset High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BERNARD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Paramount), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ramona Elementary Bellflower 0.1 mi 6.1
ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower 0.6 mi 6.0
Adventist Union School Bellflower 0.6 mi
St. Bernard Bellflower 0.6 mi
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Bellflower 0.6 mi 6.3
Major Lynn Mokler Paramount 0.7 mi 4.6
Creative Day Academy Bellflower 0.9 mi
CREATIVE DAY PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Bellflower 0.9 mi
Alondra Middle Paramount 0.8 mi 6.0
Washington Elementary Bellflower 1.0 mi 3.3
Jefferson Elementary Paramount 1.0 mi 6.2
Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower 1.1 mi 5.1
Craig Williams Elementary Bellflower 1.1 mi 4.1
Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower 1.2 mi
Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy Bellflower 1.1 mi 5.4
Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower 1.2 mi 4.9
Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach 1.3 mi 4.6
SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellflower 1.1 mi 6.1
Southland Christian Academy Bellflower 1.1 mi
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower 1.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,602

Median Home Value

$661,100

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

77,396

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

38.1%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Somerset High

What grades does Somerset High serve?

Somerset High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Somerset High?

Somerset High has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset High?

The student-teacher ratio at Somerset High is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Somerset High rank in CA?

Somerset High ranks #5,800 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Somerset High's MySchoolScout rating?

Somerset High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Somerset High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Somerset High a charter school?

No, Somerset High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Somerset High a Title I school?

No, Somerset High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset High?

77.9% of students at Somerset High 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
4-Year Graduation
57.0%

District

Bellflower Unified
District Enrollment
9,813
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,901
District Rank
#6 of 14

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