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#3971 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Wesley Gaines
Elementary School · Paramount Unified
7340 East Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,971 of 9,539
In Paramount
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 18
Paramount Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Wesley Gaines
Wesley Gaines is a public elementary school in Paramount, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Wesley Gaines serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wesley Gaines has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wesley Gaines show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wesley Gaines runs 22.4:1 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.
39% of students at Wesley Gaines 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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Wesley Gaines — Students at Wesley Gaines score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.0/10.
How Wesley Gaines Compares
See how Wesley Gaines performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7340 East Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wesley Gaines may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clinton William Jefferson (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Howard Tanner (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Paramount, see our Paramount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leona Jackson Paramount | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Frank J. Zamboni Paramount | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Hamilton Middle Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| INTER-TRIBAL Family Of Nations Day School Program Paramount | 0.8 mi | — |
| Calvary Christian Academy of Compton Paramount | 0.8 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mark Keppel Paramount | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Manuel Dominguez High Compton | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compton | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Compton | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 1.0 mi | — |
| Los Cerritos Paramount | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.1 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 1.3 mi | — |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,912
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
52,546
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wesley Gaines
What grades does Wesley Gaines serve?
Wesley Gaines serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Wesley Gaines?
Wesley Gaines has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wesley Gaines?
The student-teacher ratio at Wesley Gaines is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wesley Gaines rank in CA?
Wesley Gaines ranks #3,971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wesley Gaines's MySchoolScout rating?
Wesley Gaines has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Wesley Gaines?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wesley Gaines has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wesley Gaines a charter school?
No, Wesley Gaines is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wesley Gaines a Title I school?
No, Wesley Gaines is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wesley Gaines?
92.9% of students at Wesley Gaines 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (562) 602-8012
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #6 of 18
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