Needs Improvement
#9377 of 9,539 schools in CA
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy
Elementary School · Inglewood Unified
215 West 94th St., Inglewood, CA 90301
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,377 of 9,539
In Inglewood
#22 of 24
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Inglewood Unified
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Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy
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About Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Inglewood, CA, part of Inglewood Unified. Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #9,377 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy runs 26.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
44% of students at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy — Students at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy Compares
See how Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
215 West 94th St., Inglewood, CA 90301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Afro-Montessori School Inglewood | 0.2 mi | — |
| Century Community Charter Inglewood | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CORE 4 Learning Launchpad Inglewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy Inglewood | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Inglewood Continuation High Inglewood | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary Lennox | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Inglewood High Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Oak Street Elementary Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| RELENTLESS OR NOTHING INSTITUTE Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Hudnall (Claude) Elementary Inglewood | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| INGLEWOOD AVENUE PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Inglewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Opportunities Charter Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Crozier (George W.) Middle Inglewood | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| City Honors International Preparatory High Inglewood | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Felton Elementary Lennox | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Kelso (William H.) Elementary Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| A Bright Beginning CDC Inglewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Prosperous Fellowship Christian Community Homeschool Hub Inglewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| Buford Elementary Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,991
Median Home Value
$698,300
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
36,428
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
26.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
38.2
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| Jenny Lind Elementary Valley Springs, CA | 2.8 |
| John Marshall Elementary Stockton, CA | 2.8 |
| KIPP Ignite Academy Los Angeles, CA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy
What grades does Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy serve?
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy?
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy rank in CA?
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy ranks #9,377 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy a charter school?
No, Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy?
90.1% of students at Beulah Payne P-8 Steam Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (310) 680-5410
Resources & Links
District
Inglewood Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,011
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,521
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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