Excellent
#763 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% 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
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
California elementary schools
#559 of 5,817
In district
#208 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Westside Global Awareness Magnet
Westside Global Awareness Magnet is a public elementary school in Marina Del Rey, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 208 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92nd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 35% proficiency in math, 2 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 (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $136,964, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
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 16 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: 8.4/10.
How Westside Global Awareness Magnet Compares
See how Westside Global Awareness Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 31% (2019) to 29.82% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 47% (2019) to 45.61% (2024).
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. Westminster Avenue Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Venice), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walgrove Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Broadway Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Venice), 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 | 9.2 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| 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 | 8.3 |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 1.3 mi | — |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 2.1 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 2.1 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Westside Global Awareness Magnet has a median household income of $136,964. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,233,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 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 |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.4 |
| Friendly Hills Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 8.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH Foothill Ranch, CA | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #763 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Westside Global Awareness Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet 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 Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westside Global Awareness Magnet has 34.5% math proficiency and 45.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 86 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 52 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 88 Very Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (310) 821-2039
- 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
- #208 of 769
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