Steps for Public School Parents
Check your residence boundary via LAUSD map.
Apply for permit or magnet through the Choices portal each spring.
Start early — TK and Kinder builds your long-term edge.
Link up our Magnet Schools Guide for deeper tips and timelines.
We’re so lucky to have a variety of great LAUSD schools in our corner of town! This also makes it hard to pick - should you go with your zoned school, or pemit out? Details below!
What families should know
🎟️ Permit vs. Zoned Schools: If your neighborhood school isn’t your vibe, you can apply for a permit to attend another LAUSD school. Permits offer opportunities but aren’t guaranteed and need to be renewed annually.
🔄 Magnet programs: Interested in dual-language or themed academies? Check out our Magnet Schools Guide - starting in TK or elementary can boost your chances later.
⏳ Timing matters: Permit applications open in spring for the next school year. Missing the window often means waiting until the next cycle, so set 12 reminders!
Elementary Schools
Mar Vista Elementary School
Cross Streets: Granville Ave & Grand View Blvd
Website: marvistaes.lausd.org
Details: Neighborhood school serving TK–5, strong arts and community involvement.
Westminster Avenue Elementary Magnet (Math/Tech/Enviro)
Cross Streets: Westminster Ave & Abbot Kinney
Website: westminsteres.lausd.org
Details: Magnet focused on math, technology & environmental studies (awarded top magnet school status!).
Grand View Boulevard Elementary (Spanish Immersion)
Cross Streets: Grand View Blvd near Venice Blvd
Website: grandviewelementary.org
Details: LAUSD’s only 90:10 Spanish immersion model—language fluency & biliteracy in a diverse setting.
Broadway Elementary School
Cross Streets: Lincoln Blvd & Broadway
Website: broadwayes.lausd.org
Details: Dual-language Mandarin & Spanish immersion in a creative, high-performing setting. 10/10 on GreatSchools. Read our language immersion post here
Coeur d’Alene Avenue Elementary
Cross Streets: Coeur d’Alene Ave & (near Venice Blvd)
Website: cdavenicees.lausd.org
Details: Neighborhood school with GATE, STEM lab, arts, music, gardening, and after-school care. Highly rated.
Short Avenue Elementary
Cross Streets: Maxella Ave & Short Ave (Del Rey)
Website: shortavees.lausd.org
Details: Small TK–5 school with IB World School curriculum, STEAM focus, Latin, chess, LEGO, and theater.
Beethoven Street Elementary
Cross Streets: Beethoven St & (off Venice Blvd)
Website: beethovenes.lausd.org
Details: Small neighborhood school (380 kids, TK–5) with GATE, coding, arts, sport options, distinguished awards.
Are we missing your school? Email us [email protected] to be added!
