Excellent
#384 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Playa Del Rey Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
12221 Juniette St., Culver City, CA 90230
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#384 of 9,539
In Culver City
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#56 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Playa Del Rey Elementary
Playa Del Rey Elementary is a public elementary school in Culver City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Playa Del Rey Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Playa Del Rey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Playa Del Rey Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Playa Del Rey Elementary runs 22.6:1 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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Playa Del Rey Elementary — Students at Playa Del Rey Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
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: 9.0/10.
How Playa Del Rey Elementary Compares
See how Playa Del Rey 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
12221 Juniette St., Culver City, CA 90230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Playa Del Rey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Braddock Drive Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ICEF Vista Elementary Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cowan Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Culver City, see our Culver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Argo Navis School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Goethe International Charter Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Marina del Rey Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| El Marino Elementary Culver City | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Stoner Avenue Elementary Culver City | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Westside Neighborhood School Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WISH Community Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ICEF Vista Middle Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Ocean Charter Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Westchester Lutheran School Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CULVER CITY Culver City | 1.1 mi | — |
| ECF Kayne Eras Center Culver City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Playa Vista Elementary Playa Vista | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ECF KAYNE ERAS CENTER Culver City | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
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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| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
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| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley, CA | 8.9 |
| Fenton STEM Acad: Elem Center for Sci Tech Engr and Math Sun Valley, CA | 8.9 |
| Hermosa View Elementary Hermosa Beach, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Playa Del Rey Elementary
What grades does Playa Del Rey Elementary serve?
Playa Del Rey Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Playa Del Rey Elementary?
Playa Del Rey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Playa Del Rey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Playa Del Rey Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Playa Del Rey Elementary rank in CA?
Playa Del Rey Elementary ranks #384 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Playa Del Rey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Playa Del Rey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Playa Del Rey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Playa Del Rey Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Playa Del Rey Elementary a charter school?
No, Playa Del Rey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Playa Del Rey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Playa Del Rey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Playa Del Rey Elementary?
36.2% of students at Playa Del Rey 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
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (310) 827-3560
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #56 of 769
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