Very Good
#307 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 17% of private schools
The Willows Community School
Elementary School
8509 HIGUERA ST, Culver City, CA 90232
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#307 of 1,787
In Culver City
#3 of 4
public schools
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The Willows Community School
Elementary School in Culver City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Willows Community School
The Willows Community School is a private elementary school in Culver City, CA. The Willows Community School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Willows Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Willows Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Willows Community 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 The Willows Community School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Culver City, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Willows Community School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Linwood E. Howe Elementary | 8.7 |
| Farragut Elementary | 7.5 |
| Culver City Middle | 8.1 |
| La Ballona Elementary | 6.1 |
| El Rincon Elementary | 8.3 |
| El Marino Elementary | 7.8 |
| Stoner Avenue Elementary | 6.0 |
| Braddock Drive Elementary | 9.4 |
| Playa del Rey Elementary | 8.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
8509 HIGUERA ST, Culver City, CA 90232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Willows Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castle Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linwood E. Howe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Culver City, see our Culver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Turning Point School Culver City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Echo Horizon School Culver City | 0.4 mi | — |
| ECHO HORIZON Culver City | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Park Century Elementary Culver City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Play Mountain Place Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| PLAY MOUNTAIN PLACE Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Linwood E. Howe Elementary Culver City | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Shenandoah Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ANGELES WORKSHOP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Augustine School (SAS) Culver City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Marvin Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| FLW Inc. Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | — |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,490
Median Home Value
$1,491,800
Median Rent
$2,659/mo
Population
16,804
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Willows Community School
What grades does The Willows Community School serve?
The Willows Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Willows Community School?
The Willows Community School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Willows Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Willows Community School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Willows Community School rank in CA?
The Willows Community School ranks #307 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Willows Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Willows Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Willows Community School a private school?
Yes, The Willows Community 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 The Willows Community School a religious school?
No, The Willows Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (424) 258-3551
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