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Smartstart Developmental Learning Center
Elementary School
2505 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Smartstart Developmental Learning Center
Elementary School in Santa Monica · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Smartstart Academy
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About Smartstart Developmental Learning Center
Smartstart Developmental Learning Center is a private elementary school in Santa Monica, CA. Smartstart Developmental Learning Center serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Smartstart Developmental Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Smartstart Developmental Learning Center runs 21:1 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.
Smartstart Developmental Learning Center 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 Smartstart Developmental Learning Center compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smartstart Developmental Learning Center (this school) | — |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 9.2 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 8.3 |
| Grant Elementary | 9.2 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.9 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.0 |
| 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 2505 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
- Phone
- (310) 452-5437
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
2505 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smartstart Developmental Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Venice). Another option is Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 0.0 mi | — |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Santa Monica High Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| Westminster Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | — |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| DRAGON ROCC ACADEMY Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,489
Median Home Value
$1,940,700
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
26,809
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
31.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smartstart Developmental Learning Center
What grades does Smartstart Developmental Learning Center serve?
Smartstart Developmental Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Smartstart Developmental Learning Center?
Smartstart Developmental Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smartstart Developmental Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Smartstart Developmental Learning Center is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Smartstart Developmental Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Smartstart Developmental Learning Center is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 452-5437
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