Mark Keppel
Mark Keppel serves 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Mark Keppel placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Keppel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mark Keppel's student population of 446 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mark Keppel is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Mark Keppel is 0.13, 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
#3271 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
n/a
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Keppel's ranking?
Mark Keppel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Mark Keppel?
446 students attend Mark Keppel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mark Keppel students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Keppel?
Mark Keppel has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mark Keppel offer ?
Mark Keppel offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mark Keppel part of?
Mark Keppel is part of Paramount Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Mark Keppel yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 10, 2023 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 11/11/2011
i remember my 1st day of school at mark keppel,i came from mexico and my teacher Ana Vilalta she was so nice to me,and her students to,,she was my 4th grade teacher,and i made some freiends,,my class room it was room 20,and how new that the next year in 5th grade will by my 5th grade class room again,with mr Dumbar,,the best teacher ever
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