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Park Western Place Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1214 Park Western Pl., San Pedro, CA 90732

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,520 of 9,539

In San Pedro

#7 of 17

public schools

In district

#477 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

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

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About Park Western Place Elementary

Park Western Place Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pedro, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Park Western Place Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Western Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Park Western Place Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Park Western Place 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.7 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+24.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Park Western Place Elementary — Students at Park Western Place Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
55.7%
ELA
60.5%
2024
Math
62.9%
ELA
63.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Park Western Place Elementary Compares

See how Park Western Place Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in CA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

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

1214 Park Western Pl., San Pedro, CA 90732

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Western Place Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Taper Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Rancho Palos Verdes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes 0.4 mi 5.4
Christ Lutheran Church and School Rancho Palos Verdes 0.5 mi
Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro 0.5 mi 5.7
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL San Pedro 0.6 mi 7.2
Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet Rancho Palos Verdes 0.5 mi 7.0
BRIGHTER DAYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes 0.6 mi
Taper Avenue Elementary San Pedro 0.7 mi 7.2
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center San Pedro 0.9 mi 4.3
William J. Johnston Community Day San Pedro 0.9 mi 5.3
MARY STAR OF THE SEA HIGH SCHOOL San Pedro 0.9 mi 7.0
Mary Star of the Sea High School San Pedro 1.0 mi
Seventh Street Elementary Arts Integration Magnet San Pedro 1.1 mi 5.1
Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro 1.0 mi 5.4
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle Rancho Palos Verdes 1.1 mi 8.8
MARY STAR OF THE SEA ELEMENTARY San Pedro 1.2 mi 5.7
Cabrillo Avenue Elementary San Pedro 1.2 mi 6.4
San Pedro Senior High San Pedro 1.6 mi 8.2
Richard Henry Dana Middle San Pedro 1.6 mi 7.1
Port of Los Angeles High San Pedro 1.5 mi 8.2
ROLLING HILLS PREPARATORY San Pedro 1.8 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,658

Median Home Value

$785,000

Median Rent

$2,523/mo

Population

23,104

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Western Place Elementary

What grades does Park Western Place Elementary serve?

Park Western Place Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Park Western Place Elementary?

Park Western Place Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Western Place Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Western Place 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 Park Western Place Elementary rank in CA?

Park Western Place Elementary ranks #4,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Park Western Place Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Western Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Park Western Place Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Western Place Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Park Western Place Elementary a charter school?

No, Park Western Place Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Park Western Place Elementary a Title I school?

No, Park Western Place Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Western Place Elementary?

62.2% of students at Park Western Place 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#477 of 769

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