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Birney Elementary School

Birney Elementary is one of the highest-rated elementary schools in RBUSD, serving the North Redondo Beach community near the Aviation corridor. The school is known for strong test scores, innovative programs, and a dedicated staff.

Grades

TK–5

Enrollment

432

GreatSchools

9/10

Type

Traditional

Contact & Location

How to reach Birney Elementary

Address

1600 Green Lane

Redondo Beach, CA 90278

North Redondo Beach (Green Lane / Aviation corridor)

Phone

(310) 798-8626

Fax: (310) 937-6511

Principal

Cait Christensen

cchristensen@rbusd.org

Website

birney.rbusd.org

Programs & Academics

What Birney Elementary offers

  • ·GATE (Gifted and Talented Education)
  • ·PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports)
  • ·STEM enrichment activities
  • ·After-school enrichment programs
  • ·Art and music instruction

Awards & Recognition

Honors

  • U.S. Department of Education Gold Ribbon School
  • California Distinguished School
  • U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School

Key Highlights

What makes Birney Elementary stand out

  • 9/10 GreatSchools rating — among the highest in the district
  • Strong STEM focus and enrichment opportunities
  • Active school community with robust parent involvement

District

Part of RBUSD

Birney Elementary School is part of the Redondo Beach Unified School District, which serves 9,484 students across 12 schools. RBUSD is ranked #5 in California by Niche. The district is led by Superintendent Dr. Nicole Wesley, Ed.D..

After 5th grade, Birney Elementarystudents move on to one of RBUSD's two middle schools — Adams or Parras — based on neighborhood boundaries.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ

What is Birney Elementary's GreatSchools rating?
Birney Elementary has an outstanding 9 out of 10 GreatSchools rating, making it one of the highest-rated elementary schools in the Redondo Beach Unified School District.
What grades does Birney Elementary serve?
Birney Elementary serves students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through 5th grade.
Where is Birney Elementary located?
Birney Elementary is at 1600 Green Lane, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, in the North Redondo Beach / Aviation corridor neighborhood.