Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Playa Del Rey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Playa del Rey Elementary serves the southern part of Culver City, California, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Playa Del Rey 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
Playa Del Rey Elementary School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Playa Del Rey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Playa Del Rey Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1086 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playa Del Rey Elementary School's ranking?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Playa Del Rey Elementary School?
272 students attend Playa Del Rey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Playa Del Rey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Playa Del Rey Elementary School?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Playa Del Rey Elementary School offer ?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Playa Del Rey Elementary School part of?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Playa Del Rey Elementary School located?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School is located in the Playa Vista neighborhood of Culver City, CA.
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