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Visitation Elementary
Elementary School
8740 Emerson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Visitation Elementary
Visitation Elementary is an private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA 90045. The school serves approximately 257 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $132,577, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Visitation Elementary operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Visitation Elementary compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Visitation Elementary (this school) | — |
| Kentwood Elementary | 9.1 |
| WISH Community | 8.0 |
| Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet | 5.6 |
| Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet | 6.7 |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary | 5.5 |
| Westport Heights Elementary | 8.4 |
| Katherine Johnson STEM Academy | 5.7 |
| Open Charter Magnet | 6.4 |
| Goethe International Charter | 6.9 |
| Marina del Rey Middle | 6.8 |
| Ocean Charter | 5.6 |
| ICEF Vista Middle Academy | 9.2 |
| ICEF Vista Elementary Academy | 8.6 |
| Short Avenue Elementary | 8.3 |
| James J. McBride Special Education Center | 7.5 |
| Grand View Boulevard Elementary | 9.3 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary | 8.3 |
| Windsor Hills Math Science | 7.0 |
| Mark Twain Middle | 8.7 |
| Charnock Road Elementary | 8.7 |
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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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 257 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Address
- 8740 Emerson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045
- Phone
- (310) 645-6620
- 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
8740 Emerson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitation Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kentwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away). Additionally, Westport Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,577
Median Home Value
$1,322,700
Median Rent
$2,909/mo
Population
42,352
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Visitation Elementary has a median household income of $132,577. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,322,700, with a median rent of $2,909/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitation Elementary
What grades does Visitation Elementary serve?
Visitation Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Visitation Elementary?
Visitation Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitation Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitation Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Visitation Elementary a private school?
Yes, Visitation Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 645-6620
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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