Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7179 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena's ranking?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is ranked #7179 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena often compared to?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardenais often viewed alongside schools like Robert E. Peary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
360 students attend Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena offer ?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena part of?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is part of Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena School District.
In what neighborhood is Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena located?
Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena is located in the Harbor Gateway North neighborhood of Gardena, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Harbor Gateway North.
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