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Kentwood Elementary

8401 Emerson Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90045

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 773 of 6840 in California

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About Kentwood Elementary

In Los Angeles, California, Kentwood Elementary is a public elementary school that serves students in grades K–5. It is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school is in a big city and has about 297 students. Kentwood Elementary has about 14 full-time equivalent teachers, which keeps the student-teacher ratio at 21:1. This supports structured classroom instruction and personalized learning opportunities. The student body is pretty evenly split between men and women, with 43% female and 57% male students. About 31% of students come from low-income families. Kentwood Elementary follows the district's core curricula and offers extra programs in arts, literacy, and technology. These programs focus on well-rounded development and getting kids involved in learning. Based on the data we have, about 62% of students are good at math and 67% are good at English Language Arts. This is better than the average for the district. The school is in the Westchester area of Los Angeles, which is a good place to be because it has a supportive community and easy access to local resources. Kentwood Elementary is known for being welcoming, having well-rounded academic programs, and giving students chances to grow and succeed.

Kentwood Elementary Contact Information

Address

8401 Emerson Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90045

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Phone

(310) 670-8977

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 67% in Reading.
14
Full-time Teachers
21 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
297
Total Students
$103753
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 773 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:23 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 35.02%
Asian 2.36%
Hispanic 24.58%
Black 13.13%
Two+ Races 24.58%
Native Am. 0%
White
35.02%
Asian
2.36%
Hispanic
24.58%
Black
13.13%
Two+ Races
24.58%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 297
42.76%
127 Female
57.24%
170 Male

Student Population

297 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Kentwood Elementary in Los Angeles, California, is getting a lot of attention for its recent award! The school was named a California Distinguished School in 2025, which shows how dedicated it is to helping students do well in school. The principal and other staff are trying to make the school a place where people are kind, respectful, and accepting.

The school's emphasis on diversity and getting involved in the community has made it a welcoming place where students can do well. Kentwood Elementary is giving students chances to learn and grow by offering fun after-school programs and events.

Both parents and students are praising the school's great teachers, diverse student body, and active PTO. One parent said, "Kentwood is a dream school!" The school is very important to the community, and the PTO is very strong.

FAQ

Q1. Does Kentwood Elementary have music or arts classes?

Ans. Yes, students do structured arts and music activities throughout the year.

Q2. How does the school help students feel better emotionally?

Staff teach social and emotional skills and help students find counseling resources.

Q3. Do Kentwood Elementary have events outside of school hours?

Ans. There are events, assemblies, and themed weeks all year long.

Q4. Is there a library at the school?

Ans. Yes, students go to the library once a week to check out books and read them with help.

Q5. Do you do safety drills on a regular basis?

Ans. The school follows the district's safety rules and has regular emergency drills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

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James and the Giant Peach

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The Secret Language of Birds

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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