Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Ballona Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Ballona Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All the flowers of all the tomorrows are planted in the seeds of today.
School Rankings
La Ballona Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Ballona Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#3781 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Ballona Elementary School's ranking?
La Ballona Elementary School is ranked #3781 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Ballona Elementary School often compared to?
La Ballona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Elementary School, Linwood E. Howe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Ballona Elementary School?
531 students attend La Ballona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of La Ballona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Ballona Elementary School?
La Ballona Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Ballona Elementary School offer ?
La Ballona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Ballona Elementary School part of?
La Ballona Elementary School is part of Culver City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Ballona Elementary School located?
La Ballona Elementary School is located in the Clarkdale neighborhood of Culver City, CA.
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