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#4709 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Lucille J. Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4521 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,709 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Lucille J. Smith Elementary
Lucille J. Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. Lucille J.
Smith Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucille J. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lucille J. Smith Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lucille J. Smith Elementary runs 24.2:1 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.
31% of students at Lucille J. Smith 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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Lucille J. Smith Elementary — Students at Lucille J. Smith Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Lucille J. Smith Elementary Compares
See how Lucille J. Smith Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4521 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucille J. Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,736
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,877/mo
Population
32,379
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucille J. Smith Elementary
What grades does Lucille J. Smith Elementary serve?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lucille J. Smith Elementary?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucille J. Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucille J. Smith Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucille J. Smith Elementary rank in CA?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary ranks #4,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lucille J. Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucille J. Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Lucille J. Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucille J. Smith Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lucille J. Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucille J. Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucille J. Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucille J. Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucille J. Smith Elementary?
84.1% of students at Lucille J. Smith 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (310) 970-2915
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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