Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Playa Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Playa Vista 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
Playa Vista Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Playa Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Playa Vista Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playa Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Playa Vista Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Playa Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Playa Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Playa Vista Elementary School?
474 students attend Playa Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Playa Vista Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Playa Vista Elementary School?
Playa Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Playa Vista Elementary School offer ?
Playa Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Playa Vista Elementary School part of?
Playa Vista Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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