Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle

Gaston Middle serves families in one of Fresno's more economically challenged zip codes, where the community's needs run deep and the school faces significant academic headwinds — test scores here rank among the lowest in California. Families who are weighing their options in this part of southwest Fresno may want to explore additional academic support resources, whether through tutoring, after-school programs, or district choice options, to help students bridge the gap. That said, Fresno Unified has been investing in its most underserved schools, and parents who engage closely with teachers and staff often find advocates who genuinely care about their kids.