Very Good
#2045 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High
High School · Russell Westbrook Why Not? High District
4210 East Gage Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,045 of 9,539
In Bell
#2 of 9
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Russell Westbrook Why Not? High
High School in Bell · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Russell Westbrook Why Not? High
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is a public high school in Bell, CA, part of Russell Westbrook Why Not? High District. Russell Westbrook Why Not? High serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Russell Westbrook Why Not? High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,045 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Russell Westbrook Why Not? High show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
73% of students at Russell Westbrook Why Not? High 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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Russell Westbrook Why Not? High — Students at Russell Westbrook Why Not? High score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Compares
See how Russell Westbrook Why Not? High 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
4210 East Gage Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Russell Westbrook Why Not? High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maywood Center for Enriched Studies (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Maywood), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bell Senior High (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Maywood Academy High (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Maywood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bell, see our Bell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bell Senior High Bell | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Corona Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Academies 2C Bell | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Orchard Academies 2B Bell | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| KIPP Pueblo Unido Maywood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MAYWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maywood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Loma Vista Elementary Maywood | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Banneker Career and Transition Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| CATCH Prep Charter High Inc. Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7.7 |
| Mission Continuation San Fernando, CA | 7.7 |
| NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Newbury Park, CA | 7.7 |
| RIO LINDO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Healdsburg, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russell Westbrook Why Not? High
What grades does Russell Westbrook Why Not? High serve?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Russell Westbrook Why Not? High?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russell Westbrook Why Not? High?
The student-teacher ratio at Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Russell Westbrook Why Not? High rank in CA?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High ranks #2,045 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Russell Westbrook Why Not? High's MySchoolScout rating?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Russell Westbrook Why Not? High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russell Westbrook Why Not? High has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Russell Westbrook Why Not? High a charter school?
Yes, Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Russell Westbrook Why Not? High a Title I school?
No, Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russell Westbrook Why Not? High?
90.6% of students at Russell Westbrook Why Not? High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.5%
- Phone
- (213) 745-4928
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High District- District Enrollment
- 171
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,089
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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