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#1311 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 14% in state

Linwood E. Howe Elementary

Elementary School · Culver City Unified

4100 Irving Pl., Culver City, CA 90232

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

22.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Culver City

#4 of 10

public schools

California elementary schools

#939 of 5,817

In district

#2 of 7

Culver City Unified

Equity

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Linwood E. Howe Elementary

Linwood E. Howe Elementary serves 581 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Culver City, with a student-teacher ratio of 22.3 to 1 across its 26 full-time equivalent teaching staff. This regular public school has earned strong recognition, ranking in the 89th percentile statewide at #1038 out of 9566 California elementary schools, with an impressive MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10.

Academically, Linwood E. Howe demonstrates solid performance with an academic score of 8.8 out of 10. Students show strong proficiency rates, with 66% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, while 63% achieve proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels.

The school draws from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $113,278 and 63% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 7.9% reflects the area's economic stability, with median home values of $1,391,000 indicating a well-established residential community. Located on Irving Place in this large suburban setting of Los Angeles County, Linwood E.

Howe Elementary operates within a supportive educational environment that combines strong academic outcomes with the resources of an engaged, educated community.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Linwood E. Howe Elementary is 22.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.6%
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency64%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,734

Linwood E. Howe Elementary — Students at Linwood E. Howe Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.7%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 64.5%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
65.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Linwood E. Howe Elementary Compares

See how Linwood E. Howe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in CA
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
8.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

Location

4100 Irving Pl., Culver City, CA 90232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Linwood E. Howe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castle Heights Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ECHO HORIZON (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Culver City, see our Culver City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ANGELES WORKSHOP SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Park Century Elementary Culver City 0.4 mi
St. Augustine School (SAS) Culver City 0.4 mi
TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City 0.6 mi 8.8
Turning Point School Culver City 0.6 mi
THE WILLOWS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Culver City 0.7 mi 7.4
FLW Inc. Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.6
Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.1
NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.8
Echo Horizon School Culver City 0.9 mi
Palms Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.6
ECHO HORIZON Culver City 1.0 mi 8.2
Farragut Elementary Culver City 1.1 mi 6.0
Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 9.3
Culver City Middle Culver City 1.2 mi 6.2
Culver City High Culver City 1.2 mi 8.4
Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-High Los Angeles 1.1 mi
Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles 1.2 mi
Shenandoah Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,490

Median Home Value

$1,491,800

Median Rent

$2,659/mo

Population

16,804

College Educated

63.8%

Homeownership

42.1%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

37.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Linwood E. Howe Elementary has a median household income of $125,490. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,491,800, with a median rent of $2,659/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linwood E. Howe Elementary

What grades does Linwood E. Howe Elementary serve?

Linwood E. Howe Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Linwood E. Howe Elementary?

Linwood E. Howe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Linwood E. Howe Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Linwood E. Howe Elementary is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Linwood E. Howe Elementary rank in CA?

Linwood E. Howe Elementary is ranked #1311 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Linwood E. Howe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Linwood E. Howe Elementary has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Linwood E. Howe Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Linwood E. Howe Elementary has 61.7% math proficiency and 64.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Linwood E. Howe Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Linwood E. Howe Elementary a Title I school?

No, Linwood E. Howe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linwood E. Howe Elementary?

27.7% of students at Linwood E. Howe 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (6,579/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Culver City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Culver City Unified
District Enrollment
6,717
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,990
District Rank
#2 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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