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#1082 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 11% in state

EL Rincon Elementary

Elementary School · Culver City Unified

11177 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90230

Enrollment

567

Student-Teacher

22.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,082 of 9,539

In Culver City

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Culver City Unified

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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EL Rincon Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Culver City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About EL Rincon Elementary

EL Rincon Elementary is a public elementary school in Culver City, CA, part of Culver City Unified. EL Rincon Elementary serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Rincon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,082 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for EL Rincon Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

EL Rincon Elementary runs 22.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.3 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,990
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

EL Rincon Elementary — Students at EL Rincon Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
51.3%
ELA
61.3%
2024
Math
57.4%
ELA
68.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How EL Rincon Elementary Compares

See how EL Rincon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
89th percentile in CA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11177 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering EL Rincon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Braddock Drive Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Playa del Rey Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Linwood E. Howe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Culver City, see our Culver City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ECF KAYNE ERAS CENTER Culver City 0.3 mi 6.6
ECF Kayne Eras Center Culver City 0.3 mi
El Marino Elementary Culver City 0.6 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CULVER CITY Culver City 0.8 mi
Farragut Elementary Culver City 0.9 mi 7.5
Culver City Middle Culver City 0.9 mi 8.1
Culver Park High Culver City 1.0 mi
Culver City High Culver City 1.0 mi 8.1
PACIFICA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Culver City 1.1 mi
Frank D. Parent TK-8 Inglewood 1.3 mi 4.1
Stoner Avenue Elementary Culver City 1.3 mi 6.0
Playa del Rey Elementary Culver City 1.4 mi 8.9
Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City 1.4 mi 9.4
CULVER CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.4 mi
Westchester Lutheran School Los Angeles 1.8 mi
ST JEROME SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.7 mi 6.5
La Ballona Elementary Culver City 1.6 mi 6.1
St. Jerome Elementary Los Angeles 1.7 mi
Linwood E. Howe Elementary Culver City 1.8 mi 8.7
La Tijera K-8 Academy of Excellence Charter Inglewood 1.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,827

Median Home Value

$1,025,200

Median Rent

$2,423/mo

Population

31,570

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EL Rincon Elementary

What grades does EL Rincon Elementary serve?

EL Rincon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend EL Rincon Elementary?

EL Rincon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Rincon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at EL Rincon Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does EL Rincon Elementary rank in CA?

EL Rincon Elementary ranks #1,082 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is EL Rincon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

EL Rincon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at EL Rincon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Rincon Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is EL Rincon Elementary a charter school?

No, EL Rincon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is EL Rincon Elementary a Title I school?

No, EL Rincon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Rincon Elementary?

29.6% of students at EL Rincon Elementary 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

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Culver City Unified
District Enrollment
6,717
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,990
District Rank
#2 of 7

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