Best Schools in Playa Vista, California
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Playa Vista Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,435,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,435,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Playa Vista
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Playa Vista Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $133,845
- Median home value
- $1,435,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 73%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 34%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Playa Vista compares
Median household income
$134k
134% of California median
Los Angeles Unified runs Playa Vista's public schools
1 public school. Los Angeles Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Playa Vista is a Los Angeles Unified school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Playa Vista, California
Playa Vista, California is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Playa Vista 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 Playa Vista is Playa Vista Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Playa Vista is served by 1 school district: Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 419,929 students.
Playa Vista's community shows 73% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $133,845. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Argo Navis SchoolPrivate 76 students · Kindergarten–7th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Playa Vista
Playa Vista, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$133,845
Median Home Value
$1,435,500
Median Rent
$2,856/mo
Population
67,102
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
34%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Playa Vista has a median household income of $133,845. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,435,500, with a median rent of $2,856/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Playa Vista, California
How many schools are in Playa Vista, California?
Playa Vista has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Playa Vista, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Playa Vista is 8.2 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 Playa Vista, California?
The top-ranked school in Playa Vista on MySchoolScout is Playa Vista Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Playa Vista, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Playa Vista on MySchoolScout is Playa Vista Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Playa Vista, California?
Playa Vista is served by 1 school district: Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Playa Vista, California?
According to Census data, 73% of adults in Playa Vista have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Playa Vista, California?
The median household income in Playa Vista is approximately $133,845 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Playa Vista, California?
Yes, Playa Vista has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Argo Navis School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Playa Vista, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Playa Vista is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Playa Vista, 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.