At a glance
Reported students
1,031
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
46.73
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,031
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex: 1,031 reported students.
State peer staffing position
74th percentile
22.1:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,003
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41.85
- Student–teacher ratio
- 24:1
What the reported data says about Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Los Angeles. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex District. NCES reports 1,031 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.1:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (98.4%) and Black (1.3%). English learners represent 9.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
- 1How do the reported 22.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 46.73 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3.04 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 94.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3.04
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0%
- Hispanic98.4%
- Black1.3%
- Asian0.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM High · Los Angeles Unified | 06–12 | 720 | 0.4 mi |
| West Adams Preparatory High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 942 | 0.4 mi |
| New Designs Charter High · Charter · New Designs Charter District | 06–12 | 784 | 0.6 mi |
| Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High High · Charter · Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High District | 09–12 | 456 | 0.6 mi |
| University Preparatory Value High High · Charter · University Preparatory Value High District | 09–12 | 493 | 0.7 mi |
| Early College Academy-LA Trade Tech College High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 272 | 0.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
What grades does Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex serve?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex District.
How many students attend Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex reported 1,031 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,003 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
The calculated ratio is 22.1:1, based on 1,031 students and 46.73 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex a public, charter, or magnet school?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
94.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex in?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is part of Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex District, based in Los Angeles, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM (0.4 mi), West Adams Preparatory High (0.4 mi), New Designs Charter (0.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.