Excellent
#575 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% 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
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#575 of 9,539
In Culver City
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Culver City Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Linwood E. Howe Elementary
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About Linwood E. Howe Elementary
Linwood E. Howe Elementary is a public elementary school in Culver City, CA, part of Culver City Unified. Linwood E.
Howe Elementary serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Linwood E. Howe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Linwood E. Howe Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Linwood E. Howe Elementary runs 22.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Linwood E. Howe Elementary — Students at Linwood E. Howe Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.3/10.
How Linwood E. Howe Elementary Compares
See how Linwood E. Howe 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
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 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ECHO HORIZON (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable 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 | 7.4 |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| 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 | 5.4 |
| ECHO HORIZON Culver City | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Farragut Elementary Culver City | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Culver City Middle Culver City | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Culver City High Culver City | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| 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 | 6.6 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brewer Island Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.7 |
| Casita Center for Science/Math/Technology Vista, CA | 8.7 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.7 |
| Curtner Elementary Milpitas, CA | 8.7 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.7 |
| Dailard Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.7 |
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 ranks #575 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Linwood E. Howe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Linwood E. Howe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linwood E. Howe Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (310) 842-4338
Resources & Links
District
Culver City Unified- District Enrollment
- 6,717
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,990
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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