Excellent
#1482 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Meadows Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Manhattan Beach Unified
325 South Peck Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,482 of 9,539
In Manhattan Beach
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Manhattan Beach Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Meadows Avenue Elementary
Meadows Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Manhattan Beach, CA, part of Manhattan Beach Unified. Meadows Avenue Elementary serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadows Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Meadows Avenue Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Meadows Avenue Elementary runs 23.3:1 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
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Meadows Avenue Elementary — Students at Meadows Avenue Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.7/10.
How Meadows Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Meadows Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
325 South Peck Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadows Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pacific Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Opal Robinson Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Manhattan Beach, see our Manhattan Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEACH CITIES LEARNING CENTER Manhattan Beach | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Beach Cities Learning, Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach | 0.2 mi | — |
| Creative Kids Manhattan Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch | 0.7 mi | — |
| American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| AMERICAN MARTYRS SCHOOL Manhattan Beach | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH El Segundo | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| JOURNEY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Vista Training Program Vista | 1.1 mi | — |
| VISTAMAR SCHOOL El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Vistamar School El Segundo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hermosa Vista Hermosa Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$193,904
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,492/mo
Population
34,584
College Educated
79%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
43.4
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|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
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| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadows Avenue Elementary
What grades does Meadows Avenue Elementary serve?
Meadows Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadows Avenue Elementary?
Meadows Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadows Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadows Avenue Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadows Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Meadows Avenue Elementary ranks #1,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Meadows Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadows Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Meadows Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadows Avenue Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meadows Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadows Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadows Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadows Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadows Avenue Elementary?
6.7% of students at Meadows Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 546-8033
Resources & Links
District
Manhattan Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 5,925
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,115
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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