Very Good
#2140 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Westminster Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1010 Abbott Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,140 of 9,539
In Venice
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#233 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Westminster Avenue Elementary
Elementary School in Venice · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westminster Avenue Elementary
Westminster Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Venice, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Westminster Avenue Elementary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,140 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westminster Avenue Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Westminster Avenue Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
39% of students at Westminster Avenue Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Westminster Avenue Elementary — Students at Westminster Avenue Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Westminster Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Westminster Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1010 Abbott Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westminster Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Westside Global Awareness Magnet Marina Del Rey | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ECOLE CLAIREFONTAINE Venice | 0.9 mi | — |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 1.1 mi | — |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 1.1 mi | — |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Mark School Venice | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST MARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Santa Monica High Santa Monica | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,043
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
25,738
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
34.5%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
40.1
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| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 7.7 |
| Carl Hankey Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westminster Avenue Elementary
What grades does Westminster Avenue Elementary serve?
Westminster Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westminster Avenue Elementary?
Westminster Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westminster Avenue Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westminster Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Westminster Avenue Elementary ranks #2,140 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westminster Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westminster Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Westminster Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster Avenue Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westminster Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Westminster Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westminster Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westminster Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westminster Avenue Elementary?
77.9% of students at Westminster Avenue Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (310) 392-3041
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #233 of 769
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