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#6585 of 9,539 schools in CA
Billy Mitchell Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,585 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Billy Mitchell Elementary
Billy Mitchell Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. Billy Mitchell Elementary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Billy Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,585 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Billy Mitchell Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Billy Mitchell Elementary 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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Billy Mitchell Elementary — Students at Billy Mitchell Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.3/10.
How Billy Mitchell Elementary Compares
See how Billy Mitchell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Billy Mitchell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aviation Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER Hawthorne | 0.4 mi | — |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Hollyglen Elementary Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Hawthorne High Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Wiseburn Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,736
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,877/mo
Population
32,379
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Billy Mitchell Elementary
What grades does Billy Mitchell Elementary serve?
Billy Mitchell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Billy Mitchell Elementary?
Billy Mitchell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Billy Mitchell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Billy Mitchell Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Billy Mitchell Elementary rank in CA?
Billy Mitchell Elementary ranks #6,585 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Billy Mitchell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Billy Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Billy Mitchell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Billy Mitchell Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Billy Mitchell Elementary a charter school?
No, Billy Mitchell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Billy Mitchell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Billy Mitchell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Billy Mitchell Elementary?
83.1% of students at Billy Mitchell Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (310) 676-6140
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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