Serving 857 students in grades 7-8, Matthew Gage Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matthew Gage Middle School's student population of 857 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
A Place to Learn, Grow, and Achieve.
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
Matthew Gage Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthew Gage Middle School is 0.48, 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
#4553 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Gage Middle School's ranking?
Matthew Gage Middle School is ranked #4553 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Matthew Gage Middle School often compared to?
Matthew Gage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Matthew Gage Middle School?
857 students attend Matthew Gage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Matthew Gage Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew Gage Middle School?
Matthew Gage Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Matthew Gage Middle School offer ?
Matthew Gage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Matthew Gage Middle School part of?
Matthew Gage Middle School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Matthew Gage Middle School located?
Matthew Gage Middle School is located in the Victoria neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Victoria.
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