MARQUEZ CHARTER

Marquez Charter is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Pacific Palisades, CA with about 535 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 24 teachers, Marquez Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Marquez Charter Elementary School, located in the coastal community of Pacific Palisades, California, is a highly regarded public school operating within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As an affiliated charter school, it maintains a unique balance by operating under the district’s umbrella while enjoying increased autonomy regarding its curriculum, budget, and instructional programs. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, bolstered by significant parental involvement and a community-focused approach to education that serves the families of the Pacific Palisades area.

The school is well-regarded for providing a well-rounded educational experience that integrates core academic subjects with enrichment programs, often supported by active fundraising efforts from the local community. By focusing on individualized instruction and maintaining high standards, Marquez Charter aims to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. Its location on Marquez Avenue places it at the heart of its neighborhood, reinforcing its identity as a vital community hub dedicated to the growth and development of its student body.

For more information, contact Marquez Charter at (310) 454-4019 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16821 Marquez Ave.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272-3243
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MARQUEZ CHARTER is a public Charter school in Pacific Palisades, CA with about 535 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Los Angeles Unified
Total Students:
535
Teachers:
24.5
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 535 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MARQUEZ CHARTER is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
76.3%
Hispanic/Latino
9.3%
Asian
6.2%
Two or more races
4.9%
Black or African American
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
54.8%
Male
45.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.