Excellent
#716 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Westwood Charter Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2050 Selby Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#716 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#80 of 563
public schools
In district
#102 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Westwood Charter Elementary
Westwood Charter Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Westwood Charter Elementary serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Charter Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% 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
Westwood Charter Elementary runs 24.5:1 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.
Westwood Charter Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Westwood Charter Elementary — Students at Westwood Charter Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
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: 8.4/10.
How Westwood Charter Elementary Compares
See how Westwood Charter 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
2050 Selby Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Charter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Overland Avenue Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fairburn Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEW HORIZON SCHOOL WESTSIDE (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Center for Children Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Emerson Community Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY GARDEN Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Saint Paul the Apostle School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| WORLD SPEAK SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Timothy School Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fairburn Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Overland Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Century City Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| TEMPLE PRE SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy West Los Angeles Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL WESTSIDE Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| New Horizon School Westside Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Empower STEM Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Nora Sterry Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Sinai Akiba Academy Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,627
Median Home Value
$1,081,400
Median Rent
$2,465/mo
Population
45,238
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
23.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
34.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Charter Elementary
What grades does Westwood Charter Elementary serve?
Westwood Charter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westwood Charter Elementary?
Westwood Charter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Charter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Charter Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Charter Elementary rank in CA?
Westwood Charter Elementary ranks #716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westwood Charter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Charter Elementary 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 Westwood Charter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Charter Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westwood Charter Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Westwood Charter Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Westwood Charter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westwood Charter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Charter Elementary?
18.3% of students at Westwood Charter 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
- 662
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (310) 474-7788
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #102 of 769
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