Westchester, Los Angeles, CA
Westchester at a Glance
Westchester is ranked #45 of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall score of 3.3/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (3.6/5). It ranks 50th of 104 in Los Angeles for safety. The trade-offs are schools (3.2/5) and safety (3.4/5).
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Westchester Amenities
Near good merchants3.6
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 0.7 (1)
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Schools Serving Westchester
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frank D. Parent | Primary | K-8 | |
| Playa Vista Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Kentwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet | Primary | K-5 | |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Westport Heights Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Katherine Johnson STEM Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Audubon Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Venice Senior High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
from CA Dept. of Education
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Westchester FAQs
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Is Westchester a good place to live?
Westchester ranks 45th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall Houseberry score of 3.3 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (3.6/5). The trade-offs are schools (3.2/5) and safety (3.4/5).
Is Westchester safe?
Westchester, Los Angeles scores 3.4 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 50th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Which schools serve Westchester?
Schools serving Westchester, Los Angeles include Frank D. Parent (2.1/5), Playa Vista Elementary (4.2/5), Cowan Avenue Elementary (3.5/5), Kentwood Elementary (5.0/5) and Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet (2.0/5). 5 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Westchester?
Westchester, Los Angeles receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 89th of 98 in Los Angeles. Summer days run 63° to 74°F and winter days 49° to 65°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 13 inches a year.
Is Westchester walkable to shops and restaurants?
Westchester, Los Angeles scores 3.6 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.7 out of 5, 81st of 104 in Los Angeles.
How does Westchester compare to other Los Angeles neighborhoods?
Westchester ranks 45th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles. It ranks 50th of 104 in Los Angeles for safety (3.4/5) and scores lowest on schools (3.2/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Los Angeles are Pacific Palisades and Mandeville Canyon.
What are the downsides of living in Westchester?
Westchester, Los Angeles scores lowest on schools (3.2/5) and safety (3.4/5).
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