Below Average
#7560 of 9,539 schools in CA
William Green Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,560 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
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William Green Elementary
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About William Green Elementary
William Green Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. William Green Elementary serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William Green Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,560 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Green Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William Green Elementary runs 23.7:1 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.
36% of students at William Green 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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William Green Elementary — Students at William Green Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 3.3/10.
How William Green Elementary Compares
See how William Green 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 Green Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Academy of the Arts Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Playhouse School Torrance | 1.1 mi | — |
| Philip Magruder Middle Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Edison Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Green Elementary
What grades does William Green Elementary serve?
William Green Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Green Elementary?
William Green Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Green Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William Green Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Green Elementary rank in CA?
William Green Elementary ranks #7,560 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Green Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Green Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William Green Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Green Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Green Elementary a charter school?
No, William Green Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Green Elementary a Title I school?
No, William Green Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Green Elementary?
88.1% of students at William Green 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
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (310) 370-3585
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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