Best Schools in Culver City, California
21 schools · 16 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Culver City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Stoner Avenue Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Linwood E. Howe Elementary
Elementary · Culver City Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Farragut Elementary
Elementary · Culver City Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Culver City for 2026 are Stoner Avenue Elementary (9.2/10), Linwood E. Howe Elementary (8.8/10), and Farragut Elementary (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
21
11 public · 10 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$1,258,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
21
11 public · 10 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$1,258,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 94% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Culver City schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Culver City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Culver City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 21 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stoner Avenue Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Linwood E. Howe Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Farragut Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | EL Marino Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Culver City Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | EL Rincon Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Culver City High | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Playa Del Rey Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 9 | La Ballona Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Braddock Drive Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $116,159
- Median home value
- $1,258,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 61%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Culver City compares
California rank
#38 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$116k
117% of California median
Schools in this city
16
Culver City Unified runs 73% of Culver City's public schools
Culver City touches 2 districts, but Culver City Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Culver City Unified accounts for 8 of 11 public schools (73%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 3.
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 9.2 — the spread is inside Culver City, not a citywide average.
- Culver City Unified8 public · 73%
- Los Angeles Unified3 public · 27%
About Schools in Culver City, California
Culver City, California is home to 21 schools, including 11 public schools and 10 private schools. The city's schools span 16 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Culver City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Culver City is Stoner Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Culver City is served by 2 school districts: Culver City Unified, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 426,646 students.
Culver City's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $116,159. The poverty rate in the area is 9.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 266 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 581 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 3 | 554 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 4 | 786 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 5 | 567 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 6 | 271 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 7 | 556 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 8 | 568 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools8 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Turning Point SchoolPrivate 241 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Echo HorizonPrivate 169 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 16 elementary schools in Culver City
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,544 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,085 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 27 students · 10th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 11 students · 11th–11th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecf Kayne Eras CenterPrivate 71 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Culver City
Culver City, California · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$116,159
Median Home Value
$1,258,500
Median Rent
$2,541/mo
Population
48,374
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Community Profile
Culver City has a median household income of $116,159. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,258,500, with a median rent of $2,541/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 16
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Culver City, California
How many schools are in Culver City, California?
Culver City has 21 schools, including 11 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Culver City, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Culver City is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Culver City, California?
The top-ranked school in Culver City on MySchoolScout is Stoner Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Culver City, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Culver City on MySchoolScout is Stoner Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Culver City, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Culver City on MySchoolScout is Culver City Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Culver City, California?
The top-ranked high school in Culver City on MySchoolScout is Culver City High with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Culver City, California?
Culver City is served by 2 school districts: Culver City Unified, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Culver City, California?
According to Census data, 61% of adults in Culver City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Culver City, California?
The median household income in Culver City is approximately $116,159 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Culver City, California?
Yes, Culver City has 10 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Turning Point School with a score of 8.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Culver City, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Culver City is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Culver City, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.