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#7411 of 9,539 schools in CA

Felton Elementary

Elementary School · Lennox

10319 South Firmona Ave., Lennox, CA 90304

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,411 of 9,539

In Lennox

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Lennox

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Felton Elementary

4.9/10

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

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7.4/10

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7.3/10

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About Felton Elementary

Felton Elementary is a public elementary school in Lennox, CA, part of Lennox. Felton Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Felton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Felton Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Felton 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,127
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Felton Elementary — Students at Felton Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
18.3%
ELA
33.5%
2024
Math
32.8%
ELA
34.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.

How Felton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in CA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

Location

10319 South Firmona Ave., Lennox, CA 90304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Felton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Inglewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Del Aire Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buford Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lennox, see our Lennox schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Buford Elementary Lennox 0.3 mi 7.4
Lennox Middle Lennox 0.5 mi 7.3
Jefferson Elementary Lennox 0.4 mi 7.4
Beulah Payne P-8 STEAM Academy Inglewood 0.8 mi 2.8
Oak Street Elementary Inglewood 1.0 mi 3.2
The Afro-Montessori School Inglewood 1.0 mi
Inglewood Continuation High Inglewood 1.1 mi 3.9
Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox 0.9 mi 7.4
Century Community Charter Inglewood 1.0 mi 7.4
CORE 4 Learning Launchpad Inglewood 1.1 mi
Moffett Elementary Lennox 1.0 mi 7.4
Animo Leadership High Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.6
Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox 1.1 mi 7.4
Del Aire Elementary Hawthorne 1.4 mi 8.1
INGLEWOOD AVENUE PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Inglewood 1.4 mi
ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy Inglewood 1.3 mi 8.4
Eucalyptus Hawthorne 1.4 mi 5.3
Hudnall (Claude) Elementary Inglewood 1.4 mi 4.5
Global Citizen Leadership Los Angeles 1.2 mi
Inglewood High Inglewood 1.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,317

Median Home Value

$696,200

Median Rent

$1,499/mo

Population

26,215

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

29.1%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Felton Elementary

What grades does Felton Elementary serve?

Felton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Felton Elementary?

Felton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Felton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Felton Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Felton Elementary rank in CA?

Felton Elementary ranks #7,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Felton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Felton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Felton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Felton Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Felton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Felton Elementary a Title I school?

No, Felton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

88.6% of students at Felton 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
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

Lennox
District Enrollment
4,038
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,127
District Rank
#6 of 6

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