Opal Robinson Elementary

School Overview
Opal Robinson Elementary School, located at 80 Morningside Dr. in Manhattan Beach, CA, is a well-regarded public institution serving the local community within the Manhattan Beach Unified School District. Known for its strong academic focus and nurturing environment, the school is highly rated and consistently ranks among the top-performing schools in California. It serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade, fostering a community-centric atmosphere that prioritizes both intellectual growth and the social-emotional development of its pupils.

The school is particularly noted for its dedicated teaching staff, active parent involvement, and robust extracurricular programs. Residents and families in the area often cite the school’s commitment to academic excellence, state-of-the-art facilities, and a diverse range of enrichment activities—such as music, art, and physical education—as key factors that contribute to a high-quality educational experience. Its location in the affluent Morningside neighborhood of Manhattan Beach places it at the heart of a close-knit community that heavily supports its local schools, making it a highly desirable destination for families in the South Bay region.
303
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
23.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
4.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Opal Robinson Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White176
Hispanic43
Black2
Asian30
Two or More49
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    176 (58.1%)
  • Two or More
    49 (16.2%)
  • Hispanic
    43 (14.2%)
  • Asian
    30 (9.9%)
  • Black
    2 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Manhattan Beach Unified
Phone: (310)318-5120
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 303
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 13
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 71
Grade 1 45
Grade 2 48
Grade 3 38
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 52

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Opal Robinson Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten71
Grade 145
Grade 248
Grade 338
Grade 449
Grade 552
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Opal Robinson Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15751.8%
Male14648.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)