Washington Elementary School: Top K-5 Education in Redondo Beach (2026 List)

About Washington Elementary

Washington Elementary School is situated at 1100 Lilienthal Lane. It serves 515 students in grades K–5. The student–teacher ratio is 26:1. Math proficiency is 71% and reading proficiency is 74%. The gender mix is 50% female and 50% male. The campus has a caring environment that focuses on the child's overall growth. The safety of each student, both physically and emotionally, is the staff's top priority. During school hours, the grounds are well-monitored. Students use indoor spaces for a variety of activities. The way of teaching strikes a balance between core subjects and social skills. Regular maintenance makes sure that all of the play equipment is safe to use. Teachers work together to make sure their students are ready for the next level. For safety, the front gate stays locked during class. Prices for homes in the area range from $1,350,000 to $2,150,000. Parents like getting regular updates about school events and the way everyone works together to help students succeed. People in the community often talk about how much the teachers care. This school is one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 71%

Reading 74%

State average proficiency is 71% in Math and 74% in Reading.

30

Full-time Teachers

26 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

2

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

786

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 30.92%

Asian 16.28%

Hispanic 36.51%

Black 3.05%

Two+ Races 12.85%

Native Am. 0.13%

White

30.92%

Asian

16.28%

Hispanic

36.51%

Black

3.05%

Two+ Races

12.85%

Native Am.

0.13%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 786

48.35%

380 Female

51.65%

406 Male

Student Population

786 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1033 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Washington Elementary Contact Information

Address

1401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach, CA, 90278

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Phone

(310) 798-8641

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Website

http://washington.rbusd.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Washington Elementary is currently working with local health organizations to hold a series of student wellness workshops to help with both mental and physical health. The school recently held a successful multicultural fair where families learned about different cultures through student-led presentations and interactive booths. Staff members are now helping fifth graders get ready for the middle school orientation sessions in 2026.

FAQ

Q1. Are there any seasonal after-school sports clinics at Washington Elementary School?

Ans. The school works with groups in the area to offer soccer and basketball clinics for kids of all ages.

Q2. At Washington Elementary School, how does the "Gently Used" clothing swap work?

Ans. The parent group puts together a seasonal exchange where families can give and get school spirit wear that their kids have outgrown.

Q3. Is there a separate music room for the choir and band at Washington Elementary School?

Ans. A special multi-purpose room is used for music lessons every week and for student performances throughout the year.

Q4. What do you need to do to get a student out of school early at Washington Elementary School?

Ans. An adult who is allowed to must sign the student out at the main office and show a photo ID.

Q5. Are there any service projects at Washington Elementary School that students run?

Ans. Students learn how important it is to be a good citizen by taking part in annual food drives and community cleanup days.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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