Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mark Keppel 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (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 407 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Keppel 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 Mark Keppel is 0.11, 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
#5639 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mark Keppel's ranking?
Mark Keppel is ranked #5639 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mark Keppel?
407 students attend Mark Keppel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mark Keppel students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Keppel?
Mark Keppel has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 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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