Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beulah Payne Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Payne (Buehlah) Elementary serves the southwest part of Inglewood, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beulah Payne Steam Academy's student population of 554 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Beulah Payne Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beulah Payne Steam Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8670 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beulah Payne Steam Academy's ranking?
Beulah Payne Steam Academy is ranked #8670 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Beulah Payne Steam Academy often compared to?
Beulah Payne Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Beulah Payne Steam Academy?
554 students attend Beulah Payne Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Beulah Payne Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beulah Payne Steam Academy?
Beulah Payne Steam Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beulah Payne Steam Academy offer ?
Beulah Payne Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Beulah Payne Steam Academy part of?
Beulah Payne Steam Academy is part of Inglewood Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This so is extremely good and my daughter is at UCLA right know and went here.
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