Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Linwood E. Howe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linwood E. Howe Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1343 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linwood E. Howe Elementary School's ranking?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School is ranked #1343 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Linwood E. Howe Elementary School often compared to?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Elementary School, La Ballona Elementary School, El Rincon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Linwood E. Howe Elementary School?
581 students attend Linwood E. Howe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Linwood E. Howe Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linwood E. Howe Elementary School?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Linwood E. Howe Elementary School offer ?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Linwood E. Howe Elementary School part of?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School is part of Culver City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Linwood E. Howe Elementary School located?
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School is located in the Lucerne Higuera neighborhood of Culver City, CA.
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