John Muir Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)5%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)37%
56%
Black
(21-22)21%
5%
White
(21-22)35%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are John Muir Elementary School often compared to?
John Muir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Santa Monica Alternative (K-8), Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Muir Elementary School?
239 students attend John Muir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of John Muir Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does John Muir Elementary School offer ?
John Muir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John Muir Elementary School part of?
John Muir Elementary School is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Muir Elementary School located?
John Muir Elementary School is located in the Ocean Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ocean Park.
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