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#635 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 36% of private schools
Ps1 Pluralistic School
Elementary School
1225 BROADWAY, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#635 of 1,787
In Santa Monica
#8 of 10
public schools
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Ps1 Pluralistic School
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About Ps1 Pluralistic School
Ps1 Pluralistic School is a private elementary school in Santa Monica, CA. Ps1 Pluralistic School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps1 Pluralistic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #635 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Ps1 Pluralistic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ps1 Pluralistic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ps1 Pluralistic School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ps1 Pluralistic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Middle | 9.0 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 8.3 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.7 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.9 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 9.2 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.0 |
| Grant Elementary | 9.2 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1225 BROADWAY, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps1 Pluralistic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,081
Median Home Value
$1,159,500
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
22,881
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
22%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
41.2
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| Connect Community Charter Redwood City, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps1 Pluralistic School
What grades does Ps1 Pluralistic School serve?
Ps1 Pluralistic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ps1 Pluralistic School?
Ps1 Pluralistic School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps1 Pluralistic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps1 Pluralistic School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ps1 Pluralistic School rank in CA?
Ps1 Pluralistic School ranks #635 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Ps1 Pluralistic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps1 Pluralistic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ps1 Pluralistic School a private school?
Yes, Ps1 Pluralistic School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ps1 Pluralistic School a religious school?
No, Ps1 Pluralistic School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 208
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 394-1313
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