Overview

Wesley Gaines School is a public school in Paramount, CA. It is one of 14 elementary schools in Paramount Unified School District.
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School Rating

Wesley Gaines School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

7340 Jackson Street
Paramount, CA 90723
School leader: Michael Naruko
(562) 602-8012
(562) 602-8013
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