Excellent
#1152 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Will Rogers Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
2401 14th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,152 of 9,539
In Santa Monica
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Will Rogers Elementary
Will Rogers Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Monica, CA, part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified. Will Rogers Elementary serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,152 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Will Rogers Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Will Rogers Elementary — Students at Will Rogers Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
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: 8.6/10.
How Will Rogers Elementary Compares
See how Will Rogers Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2401 14th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Will Rogers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Venice), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | — |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Santa Monica High Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Matthew's Parish School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,489
Median Home Value
$1,940,700
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
26,809
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
31.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.3 |
| Altamont Creek Elementary Livermore, CA | 8.3 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Will Rogers Elementary
What grades does Will Rogers Elementary serve?
Will Rogers Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Will Rogers Elementary?
Will Rogers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Will Rogers Elementary rank in CA?
Will Rogers Elementary ranks #1,152 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Will Rogers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Will Rogers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Will Rogers Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Will Rogers Elementary a charter school?
No, Will Rogers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Will Rogers Elementary a Title I school?
No, Will Rogers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Will Rogers Elementary?
40.7% of students at Will Rogers 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
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (310) 452-2364
Resources & Links
District
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,641
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,994
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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