Excellent
#1254 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
William Anderson Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,254 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About William Anderson Elementary
William Anderson Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. William Anderson Elementary serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,254 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Anderson Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William Anderson Elementary runs 23.8:1 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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William Anderson Elementary — Students at William Anderson Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How William Anderson Elementary Compares
See how William Anderson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Anderson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Torrance), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.2 |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Altamont Elementary Mountain House, CA | 8.2 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.2 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance, CA | 8.2 |
| Bellingham Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Anderson Elementary
What grades does William Anderson Elementary serve?
William Anderson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Anderson Elementary?
William Anderson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Anderson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William Anderson Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Anderson Elementary rank in CA?
William Anderson Elementary ranks #1,254 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Anderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 William Anderson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Anderson Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Anderson Elementary a charter school?
No, William Anderson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Anderson Elementary a Title I school?
No, William Anderson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Anderson Elementary?
91.3% of students at William Anderson 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
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (310) 676-0197
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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