Tulita Elementary School

1520 Prospect Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tulita Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 52% 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: 443 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Tulita Elementary serves the southern part of Redondo Beach, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Tulita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Tulita Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1955
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Together, we are Tulita.

School Rankings

Tulita 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 Tulita Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#697 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

78%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

71%
47%
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
14%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
20%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

White
48%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
17%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
52%
0.69

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tulita Elementary School's ranking?
Tulita Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tulita Elementary School often compared to?
Tulita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tulita Elementary School?
443 students attend Tulita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tulita Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulita Elementary School?
Tulita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulita Elementary School offer ?
Tulita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tulita Elementary School part of?
Tulita Elementary School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tulita Elementary School located?
Tulita Elementary School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.

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November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 443 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Tulita Elementary serves the southern part of Redondo Beach, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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