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#4136 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Janie P. Abbott Elementary
Elementary School · Lynwood Unified
5260 East Clark St., Lynwood, CA 90262
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,136 of 9,539
In Lynwood
#4 of 18
public schools
In district
#4 of 17
Lynwood Unified
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Janie P. Abbott Elementary
Janie P. Abbott Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynwood, CA, part of Lynwood Unified. Janie P.
Abbott Elementary serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Janie P. Abbott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,136 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Janie P. Abbott Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Janie P. Abbott Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
42% of students at Janie P. Abbott 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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Janie P. Abbott Elementary — Students at Janie P. Abbott Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Janie P. Abbott Elementary Compares
See how Janie P. Abbott 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
5260 East Clark St., Lynwood, CA 90262
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Janie P. Abbott Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foster Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clinton William Jefferson (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynwood, see our Lynwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whaley Middle Compton | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Marco Antonio Firebaugh High Lynwood | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lynwood | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Vista High Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Lynwood Academic Academy Lynwood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Los Cerritos Paramount | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Foster Elementary Compton | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hollydale South Gate | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Soleil Academy Charter Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Manuel Dominguez High Compton | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compton | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Compton | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mark Keppel Paramount | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Lynwood High Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Compton | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Janie P. Abbott Elementary
What grades does Janie P. Abbott Elementary serve?
Janie P. Abbott Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Janie P. Abbott Elementary?
Janie P. Abbott Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Janie P. Abbott Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Janie P. Abbott Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Janie P. Abbott Elementary rank in CA?
Janie P. Abbott Elementary ranks #4,136 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Janie P. Abbott Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Janie P. Abbott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Janie P. Abbott Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Janie P. Abbott Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Janie P. Abbott Elementary a charter school?
No, Janie P. Abbott Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Janie P. Abbott Elementary a Title I school?
No, Janie P. Abbott Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Janie P. Abbott Elementary?
93.3% of students at Janie P. Abbott 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 449
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (310) 603-1498
Resources & Links
District
Lynwood Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,214
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,619
- District Rank
- #4 of 17
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