Culver City Unified School District operates 10 schools (grades KG–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Culver City Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 7,100 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
- El Marino Elementary — Grades K–5 · 795 students
- Linwood E. Howe Elementary — Grades K–5 · 567 students
- El Rincon Elementary — Grades K–5 · 565 students
- Farragut Elementary — Grades K–5 · 548 students
- La Ballona Elementary — Grades K–5 · 531 students
- Culver City Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,523 students
- Culver City High — Grades 9–12 · 2,012 students
- Culver Park High — Grades 10–12 · 40 students
About Culver City Unified School District
Families in zip code 90034 (Culver City, California) are assigned to Culver City Unified School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Culver City Unified School District runs approximately $14,000 annually, placing it 15% below the California state average of approximately $16,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Culver City Unified School District is a mid-sized district with 10 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 7,100 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Culver City Unified School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Culver City Unified School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in California on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 90034 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 90034
Children in zip code 90034 are assigned to Culver City Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 90034, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Culver City Unified School District at (310)842-4220 or visit www.ccusd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Culver City
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Culver City Unified School District serves zip code 90034, homes in and around zip code 90034 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Culver City Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 90034.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Culver City Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 90034 data.