Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kentwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kentwood Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kentwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kentwood Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1076 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kentwood Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kentwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kentwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowan Avenue Elementary School, Westport Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kentwood Elementary School?
297 students attend Kentwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kentwood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kentwood Elementary School?
Kentwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kentwood Elementary School offer ?
Kentwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kentwood Elementary School part of?
Kentwood Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kentwood Elementary School located?
Kentwood Elementary School is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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