Excellent
#774 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Westport Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
6011 West 79th St., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#143 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#568 of 5,817
In district
#219 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Westport Heights Elementary
Westport Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 180 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 36% proficiency in math, 4 points below the state average and 45% in reading/language arts, 0 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $132,577, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 180 students, Westport Heights Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Westport Heights Elementary — Students at Westport Heights Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.5/10.
How Westport Heights Elementary Compares
See how Westport Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 35.9% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 44.3% (2024).
Location
6011 West 79th St., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westport Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kentwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WISH Community (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carousel Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Westchester Lutheran School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Open Charter Magnet Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Jerome Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| PACIFICA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Culver City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WISH Community Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Kentwood Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CULVER CITY Culver City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Visitation Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| OneSchool Global - Los Angeles Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| LADERA HEIGHTS PREP DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Frank D. Parent TK-8 Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Global Citizen Leadership Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| La Tijera K-8 Academy of Excellence Charter Inglewood | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood 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 Westport Heights 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos, CA | 8.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH Foothill Ranch, CA | 8.4 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts Laguna Niguel, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westport Heights Elementary
What grades does Westport Heights Elementary serve?
Westport Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westport Heights Elementary?
Westport Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westport Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westport Heights Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westport Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Westport Heights Elementary is ranked #774 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Westport Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westport Heights Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Westport Heights Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westport Heights Elementary has 35.8% math proficiency and 45.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Westport Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Westport Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westport Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westport Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westport Heights Elementary?
80.0% of students at Westport Heights 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 45 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 47 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 46 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 645-5611
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #219 of 769
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