Excellent
#300 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Palisades Charter Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
800 Via de La Paz, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#300 of 9,539
In Pacific Palisades
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#41 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Palisades Charter Elementary
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About Palisades Charter Elementary
Palisades Charter Elementary is a public elementary school in Pacific Palisades, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Palisades Charter Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Palisades Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palisades Charter Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Palisades Charter Elementary
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palisades Charter Elementary runs 20.3:1 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.
Palisades Charter Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Palisades Charter Elementary — Students at Palisades Charter Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Palisades Charter Elementary Compares
See how Palisades Charter 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
800 Via de La Paz, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palisades Charter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marquez Charter (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pacific Palisades, see our Pacific Palisades schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Arrows Elementary Pacific Palisades | 0.1 mi | — |
| SEVEN ARROWS ELEMENTARY Pacific Palisades | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Palisades Charter High Pacific Palisades | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Pac Pali Pacific Palisades | 1.0 mi | — |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Marquez Charter Pacific Palisades | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTSIDE WALDORF SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Paul Revere Charter Middle Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Sycamore Community School Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| DRAGON ROCC ACADEMY Santa Monica | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,985
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,133/mo
Population
21,438
College Educated
78.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.0 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica, CA | 9.0 |
| Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
| Castille Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 9.0 |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
| Dahlia Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palisades Charter Elementary
What grades does Palisades Charter Elementary serve?
Palisades Charter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Palisades Charter Elementary?
Palisades Charter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palisades Charter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palisades Charter Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palisades Charter Elementary rank in CA?
Palisades Charter Elementary ranks #300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palisades Charter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palisades Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Palisades Charter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palisades Charter Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palisades Charter Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Palisades Charter Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Palisades Charter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palisades Charter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palisades Charter Elementary?
14.0% of students at Palisades Charter 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (310) 454-3700
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #41 of 769
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