Excellent
#1026 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1946 West Crestwood St., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Rancho Palos Verdes
#4 of 10
public schools
California elementary schools
#740 of 5,817
In district
#251 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Crestwood Street Steam Magnet
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is a public elementary school in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 291 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 36% proficiency in math, 4 points below the state average and 54% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $175,212, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is 22.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Crestwood Street Steam Magnet — Students at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Crestwood Street Steam Magnet Compares
See how Crestwood Street Steam Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 33.85% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 55.81% (2024).
Location
1946 West Crestwood St., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crestwood Street Steam Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seventh Street Elementary Arts Integration Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mira Catalina Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Barton Hill Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, see our Rancho Palos Verdes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,212
Median Home Value
$1,543,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
41,367
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
49.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Crestwood Street Steam Magnet has a median household income of $175,212. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,543,300, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel, CA | 8.2 |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 8.2 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crestwood Street Steam Magnet
What grades does Crestwood Street Steam Magnet serve?
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Crestwood Street Steam Magnet?
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crestwood Street Steam Magnet rank in CA?
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is ranked #1026 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Crestwood Street Steam Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Crestwood Street Steam Magnet has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Crestwood Street Steam Magnet has 35.8% math proficiency and 54.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Crestwood Street Steam Magnet a charter school?
No, Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crestwood Street Steam Magnet a Title I school?
No, Crestwood Street Steam Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crestwood Street Steam Magnet?
71.1% of students at Crestwood Street Steam Magnet qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 832-8130
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #251 of 769
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