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Kelso (william H.) Elementary
Elementary School · Inglewood Unified
809 East Kelso St., Inglewood, CA 90301
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,504 of 9,539
In Inglewood
#24 of 24
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Inglewood Unified
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Kelso (william H.) Elementary
Elementary School in Inglewood · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kelso (william H.) Elementary
Kelso (william H.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Inglewood, CA, part of Inglewood Unified. Kelso (william H.) Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelso (william H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kelso (william H.) Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Kelso (william H.) Elementary runs 24.3:1 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.
67% of students at Kelso (william H.) 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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Kelso (william H.) Elementary — Students at Kelso (william H.) Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 1.8/10.
How Kelso (william H.) Elementary Compares
See how Kelso (william H.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
809 East Kelso St., Inglewood, CA 90301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelso (william H.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN CHRYSOSTOM SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A Bright Beginning CDC Inglewood | 0.2 mi | — |
| RELENTLESS OR NOTHING INSTITUTE Inglewood | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| New Opportunities Charter Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Century Community Charter Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SLAUSON LEARNING CENTER Inglewood | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Slauson Learning Center, No. 2 Inglewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| Inglewood High Inglewood | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CORE 4 Learning Launchpad Inglewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Grace Hopper STEM Academy Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN CHRYSOSTOM SCHOOL Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| St. John Chrysostom Inglewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| The Afro-Montessori School Inglewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| Crozier (George W.) Middle Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| City Honors International Preparatory High Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Animo Inglewood Charter High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Beulah Payne P-8 STEAM Academy Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Hudnall (Claude) Elementary Inglewood | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,991
Median Home Value
$698,300
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
36,428
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
26.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
38.2
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| Montara Elementary Barstow, CA | 2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelso (william H.) Elementary
What grades does Kelso (william H.) Elementary serve?
Kelso (william H.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Kelso (william H.) Elementary?
Kelso (william H.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelso (william H.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelso (william H.) Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelso (william H.) Elementary rank in CA?
Kelso (william H.) Elementary ranks #9,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kelso (william H.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelso (william H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Kelso (william H.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelso (william H.) Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kelso (william H.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Kelso (william H.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelso (william H.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kelso (william H.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kelso (william H.) Elementary?
91.5% of students at Kelso (william H.) 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.3%
- Phone
- (310) 680-5480
Resources & Links
District
Inglewood Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,011
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,521
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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