CENTINELA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Centinela Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Inglewood Unified school district, located in Inglewood, CA with about 612 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Centinela Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Centinela Elementary School, located in Inglewood, California, is a public school serving students within the Inglewood Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By leveraging a diverse curriculum and dedicated teaching staff, Centinela aims to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond, while encouraging them to become active and responsible members of their community.

The school places a strong emphasis on family and community engagement, recognizing that student achievement is maximized through a collaborative partnership between educators and parents. Centinela utilizes its digital platform to keep the community informed about school events, academic resources, and district initiatives. Through its focus on equity and high expectations, the school strives to close achievement gaps and provide every student with the tools necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

For more information, contact Centinela Elementary at (310) 680-5440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.