Mark Keppel

Tucked into the working-class community of Paramount, just south of Compton and east of Long Beach, Mark Keppel Elementary sits in a tight-knit neighborhood where families tend to put down roots and stay. The school holds its own in science relative to its English and math scores, which may appeal to families hoping to see a well-rounded curriculum rather than a purely test-focused environment. Paramount itself is a small, unpretentious city with a strong Latino community feel, and for families already planted here, Keppel offers a familiar, community-oriented school experience close to home.