Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westminster Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westminster Avenue Elementary serves the southwest part of Venice, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westminster Avenue Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
A VENICE TRADITION FOR OVER 100 YEARS
School Rankings
Westminster Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster Avenue Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
22%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westminster Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Westminster Avenue Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westminster Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Westminster Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westminster Avenue Elementary School?
367 students attend Westminster Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Westminster Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster Avenue Elementary School?
Westminster Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westminster Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Westminster Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westminster Avenue Elementary School part of?
Westminster Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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