Santa Monica.
The neighborhood, its schools, and the local knowledge behind it.
The Coast
Santa Monica
Santa Monica combines coastal living with urban sophistication, offering one of the most desirable lifestyles in Southern California.
Known for its iconic beaches, upscale shopping, and vibrant dining scene, Santa Monica attracts residents seeking a balance of relaxation and connectivity. From oceanfront bike paths and luxury residences to walkable streets and wellness focused living, the neighborhood embodies the best of the California coastal lifestyle.
For buyers looking for beachside luxury with city convenience, Santa Monica continues to set the standard on the Westside.
The schools
Schools in Santa Monica.
Elementary · K–5 · 20
Public & Charter
- Roosevelt ElementaryZonedGrades K-5538 students~19 / class
- Grades PK-5631 students~19 / class
- Grades PK-5548 students~17 / class
- Grades PK-5492 students~18 / class
- Grades PK-5395 students~17 / class
- Grades PK-5348 students~16 / class
Private
- Crossroads School for Arts & SciencesAll GradesGrades K-121,202 students
- New Roads SchoolAll GradesGrades K-12545 students
- CarlthorpGrades K-6286 students
- St Monica Catholic Elementary SchoolGrades K-8270 students
- DRAGON ROCC ACADEMYAll GradesGrades K-12262 students
- PS1 Pluralistic SchoolGrades K-6201 students
Middle · 6–8 · 12
Public & Charter
- Lincoln MiddleZonedGrades 6-8922 students~20 / class
- Grades 6-8735 students~23 / class
- Grades K-8255 students~9 / class
Private
- Crossroads School for Arts & SciencesAll GradesGrades K-121,202 students
- New Roads SchoolAll GradesGrades K-12545 students
- CarlthorpGrades K-6286 students
- St Monica Catholic Elementary SchoolGrades K-8270 students
- DRAGON ROCC ACADEMYAll GradesGrades K-12262 students
- PS1 Pluralistic SchoolGrades K-6201 students
High School · 9–12 · 7
Public & Charter
- 2,588 students~21 / class98.9% graduate81.6% to college
Private
- Crossroads School for Arts & SciencesAll GradesGrades K-121,202 students
- New Roads SchoolAll GradesGrades K-12545 students
- Saint Monica Catholic High SchoolGrades 9-12367 students
- DRAGON ROCC ACADEMYAll GradesGrades K-12262 students
- Pacifica Christian High SchoolGrades 9-12259 students
- Lighthouse Christian AcademyGrades 9-1240 students
Outcomes not state-reported for private schools.
Five-year graduation trend
Community average across public high schools, against the state rate.
Source: California Department of Education, School Directory, SARC, Graduation Rate & College-Going Rate files. Displayed uniformly for every community. Private-school academic outcomes are not collected by the state.
Dining
Where the neighborhood eats.
Attractions
Around the neighborhood.
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