Excellent
#867 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
William Anderson Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lawndale
#2 of 13
public schools
California elementary schools
#630 of 5,817
In district
#1 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
Equity
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About William Anderson Elementary
William Anderson Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of the Lawndale Elementary. The school serves approximately 595 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 45% proficiency in math, 6 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,736, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at William Anderson Elementary is 23.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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 10 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: 8.7/10.
How William Anderson Elementary Compares
See how William Anderson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 43% (2019) to 45.7% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 50% (2019) to 52.14% (2024).
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. Billy Mitchell Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lucille J. Smith Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 | 7.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding William Anderson Elementary has a median household income of $86,736. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $745,700, with a median rent of $1,877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.3 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.3 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice, CA | 8.3 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.3 |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Chino, CA | 8.3 |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL Pasadena, CA | 8.3 |
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 is ranked #867 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is William Anderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Anderson Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at William Anderson Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, William Anderson Elementary has 45.1% math proficiency and 51.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 82 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 42 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 57 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,462/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (310) 676-0197
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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