Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex vs West Adams Preparatory High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 720 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
Los Angeles · Charter high · Grades 6–12
1,031 students
West Adams Preparatory High
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 9–12
942 students
| Measure | Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex Los Angeles, California | West Adams Preparatory High Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #624 of 1,343 | #1084 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11422 of 16,910 | #15102 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,031 | 942 |
| Enrollment | 1,031 | 942 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 97.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 21% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.1 vs 21.1).
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 40%).
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 97.7%).
- •West Adams Preparatory High does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 22.4).
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is the larger school with 1,031 students compared with 942.
- •Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is a charter school while West Adams Preparatory High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex better than West Adams Preparatory High?
On the Success Index (US), Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex ranks higher (38.1 vs 21.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex and West Adams Preparatory High?
About 720 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex: 1,031. West Adams Preparatory High: 942. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex and West Adams Preparatory High rank in California?
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex is 624th of 1,343 and West Adams Preparatory High is 1084th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).