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Century Park Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

10935 South Spinning Ave., Inglewood, CA 90303

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,055 of 9,539

In Inglewood

#10 of 24

public schools

In district

#594 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Century Park Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Inglewood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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6.3/10

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About Century Park Elementary

Century Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Inglewood, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Century Park Elementary serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Century Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,055 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Century Park Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Century Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism43.9%

Century Park Elementary — Students at Century Park Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
51%
ELA
33%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
15.1%
ELA
24.5%
2024
Math
38.8%
ELA
39.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Century Park Elementary Compares

See how Century Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in CA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10935 South Spinning Ave., Inglewood, CA 90303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Century Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cimarron Avenue Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence (rated 4.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST EUGENE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), a more accessible option. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Hawthorne 0.5 mi 6.5
Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne 0.6 mi 6.3
Woodworth-Monroe TK-8 Academy Inglewood 0.5 mi 2.5
RISING STARS ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.6 mi
TEACH Tech Charter High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.8
Animo South Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.0
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.7 mi
TEACH Academy of Technologies Los Angeles 0.7 mi 3.1
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.3
St. Eugene Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Morningside High Inglewood 0.8 mi 6.0
Manhattan Place Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 3.6
Stella High Charter Academy Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.2
Middle College High Los Angeles 0.9 mi 9.0
Ellington (Duke) High (Continuation) Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.8
George Washington Preparatory High Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.7
Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood 0.9 mi 3.1
Animo City of Champions Charter High Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.6
Boys Academic Leadership Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.8
Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood 1.0 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,853

Median Home Value

$764,200

Median Rent

$1,709/mo

Population

23,169

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

34.9

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Biggs Elementary Biggs, CA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Century Park Elementary

What grades does Century Park Elementary serve?

Century Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Century Park Elementary?

Century Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Century Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Century Park Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Century Park Elementary rank in CA?

Century Park Elementary ranks #6,055 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Century Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Century Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Century Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Century Park Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Century Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Century Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Century Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Century Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Century Park Elementary?

97.9% of students at Century Park 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#594 of 769

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