Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Opal Robinson Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opal Robinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Opal Robinson Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
287 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Opal Robinson Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Opal Robinson Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
10%
12%

Hispanic
16%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
56%
20%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opal Robinson Elementary School's ranking?
Opal Robinson Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Opal Robinson Elementary School often compared to?
Opal Robinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Elementary School, Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Opal Robinson Elementary School?
287 students attend Opal Robinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Opal Robinson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opal Robinson Elementary School?
Opal Robinson Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Opal Robinson Elementary School offer ?
Opal Robinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Opal Robinson Elementary School part of?
Opal Robinson Elementary School is part of Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
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