At a glance
Reported students
139
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California elementary enrollment
7th percentile
Compared with 5,927 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
420
Paseo del Rey Elementary: 139 reported students.
State peer staffing position
8th percentile
17.4:1 reported; state peer median 22.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 165
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.5:1
What the reported data says about Paseo del Rey Elementary
Paseo del Rey Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Playa Del Rey. It is one of 784 current school records connected to Los Angeles Unified. NCES reports 139 students for 2024–25.
Among 5,927 elementary schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 455 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 7th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.4:1, below the California median of 22.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (46%) and Black (28.1%). English learners represent 10.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Paseo del Rey Elementary
- 1How do the reported 17.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 8 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 65.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White14.4%
- Hispanic46%
- Black28.1%
- Asian2.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial7.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
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140 reported students
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138 reported students
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142 reported students
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136 reported students
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134 reported students
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Elementary · Grades KG–05
149 reported students
Public schools near Paseo del Rey Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet Elementary · Los Angeles Unified | KG–05 | 161 | 0.8 mi |
| Playa Vista Elementary Elementary · Los Angeles Unified | KG–05 | 488 | 1 mi |
| Kentwood Elementary Elementary · Los Angeles Unified | KG–05 | 352 | 1.7 mi |
| WISH Community Elementary · Charter · WISH Community District | KG–08 | 860 | 1.8 mi |
| Ocean Charter Elementary · Charter · Ocean Charter District | KG–08 | 563 | 1.9 mi |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Elementary · Los Angeles Unified | KG–06 | 377 | 2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Paseo del Rey Elementary
What grades does Paseo del Rey Elementary serve?
Paseo del Rey Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school (alternative school) in Los Angeles Unified.
How many students attend Paseo del Rey Elementary?
Paseo del Rey Elementary reported 139 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 7th percentile among 5,927 California elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 165 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Paseo del Rey Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 17.4:1, based on 139 students and 8 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 22.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Paseo del Rey Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Paseo del Rey Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Paseo del Rey Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
65.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Paseo del Rey Elementary in?
Paseo del Rey Elementary is part of Los Angeles Unified, based in Los Angeles, CA, which operates 784 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Paseo del Rey Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet (0.8 mi), Playa Vista Elementary (1 mi), Kentwood Elementary (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.