Excellent
#706 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Westside Global Awareness Magnet
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
104 Anchorage St., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#706 of 9,539
In district
#92 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Westside Global Awareness Magnet
Westside Global Awareness Magnet is a public elementary school in Marina Del Rey, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Westside Global Awareness Magnet serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Global Awareness Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #706 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Global Awareness Magnet show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Westside Global Awareness Magnet 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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Westside Global Awareness Magnet — Students at Westside Global Awareness Magnet score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.1/10.
How Westside Global Awareness Magnet Compares
See how Westside Global Awareness Magnet 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
104 Anchorage St., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Global Awareness Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Venice), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Will Rogers Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marina Del Rey, see our Marina Del Rey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ECOLE CLAIREFONTAINE Venice | 1.1 mi | — |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Mark School Venice | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST MARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 1.3 mi | — |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 2.1 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 2.1 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90292 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,964
Median Home Value
$1,233,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
23,684
College Educated
72.9%
Homeownership
30.2%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.9
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| Alvina Elementary Charter Caruthers, CA | 8.6 |
| Brockton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Bushnell Way Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Charnock Road Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| General Shafter Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 8.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Reedley, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Global Awareness Magnet
What grades does Westside Global Awareness Magnet serve?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Global Awareness Magnet is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westside Global Awareness Magnet rank in CA?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet ranks #706 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westside Global Awareness Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Global Awareness Magnet has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westside Global Awareness Magnet a charter school?
No, Westside Global Awareness Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westside Global Awareness Magnet a Title I school?
No, Westside Global Awareness Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
82.7% of students at Westside Global Awareness Magnet 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 208
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.2%
- Phone
- (310) 821-2039
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #92 of 769
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