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Valiente College Preparatory Charter
Middle School · Valiente College Preparatory Charter District
8691 California Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
36:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
36:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,980 of 9,539
In South Gate
#20 of 25
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Valiente College Preparatory Charter
Middle School in South Gate · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valiente College Preparatory Charter
Valiente College Preparatory Charter is a public middle school in South Gate, CA, part of Valiente College Preparatory Charter District. Valiente College Preparatory Charter serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 36:1 student-teacher ratio. Valiente College Preparatory Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,980 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valiente College Preparatory Charter show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Valiente College Preparatory Charter 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 Valiente College Preparatory Charter 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.
Valiente College Preparatory Charter runs 36:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Valiente College Preparatory Charter — Students at Valiente College Preparatory Charter score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Valiente College Preparatory Charter Compares
See how Valiente College Preparatory Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8691 California Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valiente College Preparatory Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| San Gabriel Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| State Street Elementary South Gate | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| San Miguel Elementary South Gate | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Madison Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Willow Elementary South Gate | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Montara Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Liberty Boulevard Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bryson Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
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 Valiente College Preparatory Charter
What grades does Valiente College Preparatory Charter serve?
Valiente College Preparatory Charter serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Valiente College Preparatory Charter?
Valiente College Preparatory Charter has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valiente College Preparatory Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Valiente College Preparatory Charter is 36:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valiente College Preparatory Charter rank in CA?
Valiente College Preparatory Charter ranks #5,980 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valiente College Preparatory Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Valiente College Preparatory Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Valiente College Preparatory Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valiente College Preparatory Charter has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Valiente College Preparatory Charter a charter school?
Yes, Valiente College Preparatory Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Valiente College Preparatory Charter a Title I school?
No, Valiente College Preparatory Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valiente College Preparatory Charter?
95.4% of students at Valiente College Preparatory Charter 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 36:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (323) 744-2107
Resources & Links
District
Valiente College Preparatory Charter District- District Enrollment
- 108
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,336
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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