Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Playa Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Playa Vista Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Playa Vista, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Playa Vista 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 Vista Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Playa Vista 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 Playa Vista Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#952 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
30%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playa Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Playa Vista Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Playa Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Playa Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Playa Vista Elementary School?
488 students attend Playa Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Playa Vista Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Playa Vista Elementary School?
Playa Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Playa Vista Elementary School offer ?
Playa Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Playa Vista Elementary School part of?
Playa Vista Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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