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#3400 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 36% in state

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter

Elementary School · Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter District

1022 North Van Ness Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90038

Charter

Enrollment

763

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,400 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#271 of 563

public schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter

7.0/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hollywood Elementary

6.3/10

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5.4/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter District. Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter runs 20.1:1 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.

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,311
Chronic Absenteeism3.4%

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter — Students at Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
27.3%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
29.3%
ELA
33.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter Compares

See how Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in CA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.4%

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

1022 North Van Ness Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAGE ACADEMY-HANCOCK PARK (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Citizens of the World Charter School Hollywood (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Hollywood Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.3
Richard A. Alonzo Community Day Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.4
Citizens of the World Charter School Hollywood Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.5
Joseph Le Conte Middle Hollywood 0.4 mi 6.1
Helen Bernstein High Hollywood 0.4 mi 6.0
STEM Academy at Bernstein High Hollywood 0.4 mi 8.2
Van Ness Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.0
HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Grant Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.9
Vine Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.3
edUcate Higher Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Page Private-Hancock Park Los Angeles 0.8 mi
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.5
PAGE ACADEMY-HANCOCK PARK Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.1
Kingsley Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.5
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.0
Ramona Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.0
Harvard Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.2
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.7
Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,566

Median Home Value

$1,089,200

Median Rent

$1,764/mo

Population

27,807

College Educated

40.9%

Homeownership

8.5%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter

What grades does Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter serve?

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter?

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter rank in CA?

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter ranks #3,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter a charter school?

Yes, Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter a Title I school?

No, Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter?

94.8% of students at Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.4%

District

Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter District
District Enrollment
763
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,311
District Rank
#1 of 1

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