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Helen Keller Elementary
Elementary School · Lynwood Unified
3521 Palm Ave., Lynwood, CA 90262
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,441 of 9,539
In Lynwood
#11 of 18
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
Lynwood Unified
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Helen Keller Elementary
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About Helen Keller Elementary
Helen Keller Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynwood, CA, part of Lynwood Unified. Helen Keller Elementary serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Keller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,441 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Keller Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Helen Keller Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
48% of students at Helen Keller 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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Helen Keller Elementary — Students at Helen Keller Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How Helen Keller Elementary Compares
See how Helen Keller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3521 Palm Ave., Lynwood, CA 90262
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Keller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Foster Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynwood, see our Lynwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lynwood High Lynwood | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Soleil Academy Charter Lynwood | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Lindbergh Elementary Lynwood | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Lynwood | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Lynwood Academic Academy Lynwood | 0.4 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Lynwood | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SUNSHINE PRESCHOOL& KINDERGARTEN Lynwood | 0.5 mi | — |
| Foster Elementary Compton | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lynwood | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mayo Elementary Compton | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Compton Performing Arts Academy Compton | 0.9 mi | — |
| ISANA Achernar Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Hosler Middle Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Compton | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| OPTIMAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Compton | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| OPTIMAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Compton | 1.1 mi | — |
| EPIPHANY ACADEMY Compton | 1.1 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Compton | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Compton | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Our Lady of Victory Catholic School Compton | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90262 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,507
Median Home Value
$569,400
Median Rent
$1,625/mo
Population
64,918
College Educated
10.4%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
33.2
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount, CA | 5.5 |
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| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh, CA | 5.5 |
| Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, CA | 5.5 |
| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas, CA | 5.5 |
| Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (PK-8) Duarte, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Keller Elementary
What grades does Helen Keller Elementary serve?
Helen Keller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Helen Keller Elementary?
Helen Keller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Keller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Keller Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Keller Elementary rank in CA?
Helen Keller Elementary ranks #6,441 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Helen Keller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Keller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Helen Keller Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Keller Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Helen Keller Elementary a charter school?
No, Helen Keller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Keller Elementary a Title I school?
No, Helen Keller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen Keller Elementary?
98.2% of students at Helen Keller 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (310) 886-5700
Resources & Links
District
Lynwood Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,214
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,619
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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