Serving 795 students in grades Kindergarten-5, El Marino Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: El Marino Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Culver City school district, covering approximately 6.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Marino Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
El Marino Elementary School's student population of 795 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
795 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
All students can become bilingual and biliterate during the elementary school years
School Rankings
El Marino Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Marino Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#611 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Marino Elementary School's ranking?
El Marino Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Marino Elementary School often compared to?
El Marino Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Marino Elementary School?
795 students attend El Marino Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of El Marino Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Marino Elementary School?
El Marino Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Marino Elementary School offer ?
El Marino Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is El Marino Elementary School part of?
El Marino Elementary School is part of Culver City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is El Marino Elementary School located?
El Marino Elementary School is located in the Sunkist Park neighborhood of Culver City, CA.
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