Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tulita Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tulita 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
Diversity
School Overview
Tulita Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Motto
Together, we are Tulita.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Tulita Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tulita Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#697 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulita Elementary School's ranking?
Tulita Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tulita Elementary School often compared to?
Tulita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tulita Elementary School?
443 students attend Tulita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tulita Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulita Elementary School?
Tulita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulita Elementary School offer ?
Tulita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tulita Elementary School part of?
Tulita Elementary School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tulita Elementary School located?
Tulita Elementary School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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