Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Westside Global Awareness Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Global Awareness Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westside Global Awareness Magnet's student population of 241 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the Home of the Mighty Dolphins!
School Rankings
Westside Global Awareness Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Global Awareness Magnet is 0.58, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
32%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Global Awareness Magnet's ranking?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westside Global Awareness Magnet often compared to?
Westside Global Awareness Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
241 students attend Westside Global Awareness Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Westside Global Awareness Magnet students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Global Awareness Magnet?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westside Global Awareness Magnet offer ?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Westside Global Awareness Magnet part of?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Westside Global Awareness Magnet located?
Westside Global Awareness Magnet is located in the Venice neighborhood of Marina Del Rey, CA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school started in a new direction, under new leadership in 2008-2009. The community has figured this out, and is rediscovering the best kept secret on the Westside. This school is going to be the place to be in the next three years.
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