Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Kelso (William H.) 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KELSO (WILLIAM H.) ELEMENTARY serves a central area in Inglewood, CA, covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest households located about a mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelso (William H.)'s student population of 324 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelso (William H.) 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 Kelso (William H.) is 0.55, 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
#7935 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)
28%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Kelso (William H.)'s ranking?
Kelso (William H.) is ranked #7935 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kelso (William H.) often compared to?
Kelso (William H.)is often viewed alongside schools like Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kelso (William H.)?
324 students attend Kelso (William H.).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kelso (William H.) students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelso (William H.)?
Kelso (William H.) has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kelso (William H.) offer ?
Kelso (William H.) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Kelso (William H.) part of?
Kelso (William H.) is part of Inglewood Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Kelso's academic program is excellent focusing on the state requirements and preparing the students for state testing. The staff assist the students in areas of need based on the previous year state test. The student's state tests are looked at individually and as a whole grade level for need of improvement. Additional help to prepare the students for testing is arranged before school, after school and half of their lunch period. The principal, administrators and staff are helpful and concerned about the children's education and well being. Music is limited, however, a music director was contracted and taught the students to play the recorder. The students are honored with academic awards, attendance, student of the month, etc. The facility is a small version, but is clean and orderly. There is parent involvement, however, there is a need of more parent volunteers.
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