Summary:
The Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is the sole public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in the Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex District located in Los Angeles, California. With an enrollment of 998 students, this standout school boasts exceptional academic performance, including a 99.2% four-year graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, both significantly better than the state averages.
The school's test scores also outshine the state, with 74.26% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts/Literacy, compared to the state average of 55.73%, and 33.58% proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state average of 27.9%. These impressive academic achievements are particularly noteworthy given that 93.99% of the school's students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly low-income student population.
Despite the school's socioeconomic challenges, the Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex has maintained a strong ranking, currently placed 817 out of 2,323 California high schools for the 2023-2024 school year and rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. While the school's ranking has fluctuated in recent years, its consistent excellence in graduation rates, dropout prevention, and academic performance make it a standout educational institution in the region.
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