Founded in 1971, Pluralistic School One (PS1) is a private, co-ed, independent elementary school for kindergarten through sixth grade students. The school is made up of approximately 210 pupils who attend multi-age classes combining two years and are limited in size to fewer than 25 students.
PS1’s student-to-faculty, staff and administration ratio is 5-to-1. The school’s founding value of pluralism is the belief that a community is enriched when individual differences are respected and welcomed, building upon a child’s passions, interests, talents, personal expressions and uniqueness, as highlighted in this quote from A.A. Milne: “The things that make me different are the things that make me.”
The PS1 program nurtures children's social-emotional development, creativity and interconnectedness in the school’s community and curriculum. It builds a healthy foundation for character by encouraging children to find their voices and advocate for themselves from a young age. Weekly "circle times" help them become comfortable with communication, public speaking and collaboration.
PS1 allocates 19.5 percent of tuition income to financial aid. The school’s award-winning sustainable campus in the heart of Santa Monica offers indoor and outdoor education spaces for each classroom, with service-learning projects at all grade levels. PS1’s aftercare includes enrichment classes and play activities.
PS1 Pluralistic School One
205
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Joel Pelcyger
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Annual Tuition
$39,088
Niche Grade
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
White
60.5%
Two or more races
24.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.5%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
4.1%
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/5/2021
PS1 is an amazing community. The kids all learn from one another no matter the age from mixing during recess, lunch and aftercare. The teachers are amazing. My son absolutely loves this school. He started out shy and reserved and has really blossomed into a confident kid that can express his views and listen to others.
7/29/2021
PS1 is an amazing elementary school that lives up to the hype. It's approach of honoring what is unique in each child as they grow and learn, while creating a cohesive community is the key to helping children develop confidently. We love the teachers, the other parents and most of all the kids. Our children are so blessed to have their childhoods shaped by PS1.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/22/2025
stay away from ps1. the head of school is always smiling and happy to your face, however, she goes back on promises made.the lack of academic support is mind boggling.the SEL emphasis is nothing short of non-existent. if you don't donate all your money, the staff won't even say hi to you.i don't kno...
4/8/2025
The community at PS1 is very special. The school is known for its friendly and welcoming environment for both parents and children. As a second year family, I feel very comfortable at the school and love all the volunteer opportunities that are made available (even day of). I feel that my child is r...
4/4/2025
We enrolled our children at PS1 after having them start in our local public school. The experience was good, but very unstable with teachers leaving mid-year, etc. At PS1, the teachers have so much dedication and are really committed to working there. The school values childhood, and the academic pr...
3/22/2025
We really wanted to love this school. Administration declined once the original head of school and founder retired. The school lacks in diversity in race and disability. And if your child develops any type of learning disability, the school and teachers are not understanding nor equip to deal with t...
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List Price Range
$582K - $4.4M
Homes For Sale
24
Average Home Value
$1,437,690
Median Lot Size
6,534 Sq Ft
% Renters
85%
Average Household Income
$112,313
% of College Grads
52.6%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,894 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
84.8%
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PS1 Pluralistic School One is a private school for students in grades K-6 located at 1225 Broadway in Santa Monica, CA. Annual tuition is $39,088. The school has a total enrollment of 205 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. PS1 Pluralistic School One has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $1,437,690. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pacifica Christian High School, New West Charter School, Canyon Charter Elementary, and more. Learn more about what Santa Monica has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near PS1 Pluralistic School One.