SOUTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL

Southeast Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in South Gate, CA with about 1,044 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Southeast Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Southeast Middle School, located at 2560 Tweedy Blvd. in South Gate, California, is a public middle school serving the local community within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Situated in a densely populated urban environment, the school provides educational services to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of a large school district, the campus is structured to support a diverse student body, focusing on foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparation for high school transition.

The school is deeply integrated into the South Gate community, operating as a key educational hub for families in the area. In addition to its standard core curriculum, Southeast Middle typically offers various programs intended to engage students, such as extracurricular activities, support services for English language learners, and resources for students with special needs. Like many schools in the LAUSD system, it strives to balance academic rigor with efforts to foster a supportive learning environment, aiming to help students navigate the challenges of early adolescence while meeting state educational standards.

For more information, contact Southeast Middle at (323) 568-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.