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Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary

Manhattan Beach Unified · Los Angeles County · 110 South Rowell, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-6962

(310) 798-6223

10/10
#34
Rank 34 out of 5,722
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #51 · 99th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #45 · 99th percentile
Science10/10 · #29 · 99th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into one of the most sought-after beach communities in Southern California, Pennekamp Elementary sits at the heart of Manhattan Beach — a place where ocean air, tight-knit neighborhoods, and high expectations for education all come together naturally. Families who land here tend to be deeply invested in their kids' schooling, and that energy shows up in strong test scores across English, math, and science that consistently rank among the best in California. It's the kind of school that appeals to parents who want both academic rigor and a genuine sense of community, all within walking distance of some of the best weather the state has to offer.

Student Demographics

225 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
101 (45%)
Asian
51 (23%)
Hispanic
36 (16%)
Multiple Races
32 (14%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners11 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged15 (7%)
Students with Disabilities46 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

469
Enrollment
25.2
Teachers (FTE)
18.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.4
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #300 · 95th percentile

279 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found