Winnetka, Los Angeles facts for kids
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Winnetka
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Winnetka as mapped by the Los Angeles Times
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 Winnetka
Location in San Fernando Valley
Winnetka
Location in the Los Angeles metropolitan area
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| County | Los Angeles |
| City | Los Angeles |
Winnetka (pronounced "win-ET-kuh") is a neighborhood located in the west-central part of the San Fernando Valley. This area is part of the big city of Los Angeles, California. It's known for having a mix of different cultures and backgrounds, with many Hispanic and Asian people living there.
Winnetka started out in 1922 as a small community focused on farming. Today, it's a busy neighborhood with schools, parks, and a recreation center for everyone to enjoy.
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What is the Population of Winnetka?
In 2000, about 40,943 people lived in Winnetka. The neighborhood covers about 4.78 square miles. This means there were about 9,286 people per square mile, which is an average number for Los Angeles. By 2008, the city thought the population had grown to about 54,825 people.
The people living in Winnetka come from many different backgrounds. In 2010, about 53% were Hispanic, 24% were white, and 17% were Asian. The median age was about 37 years old, which is a little older than the average for California.
Many people in Winnetka were born outside the United States, about 44% of the population. Most of these residents came from Latin America or Asia.
Where is Winnetka Located?
Winnetka is surrounded by other neighborhoods in Los Angeles. To the north, you'll find Chatsworth. Northridge is to the northeast, and Reseda is to the east. If you go south, you'll reach Woodland Hills, and to the west is Canoga Park.
Learning and Education in Winnetka
About 76.5% of adults in Winnetka (aged 25 and older) have finished high school or higher education. Also, about 23.7% have earned a bachelor's degree or more. This is a bit lower than the average for the state of California.
Winnetka has several schools for students of all ages.
Public Schools in Winnetka
The public schools in Winnetka are part of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
- Limerick Avenue Elementary School, located at 8530 Limerick Avenue
- Winnetka Avenue Elementary School, located at 8340 Winnetka Avenue
- Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary School, located at 20620 Arminta Street
- John A. Sutter Middle School, located at 7330 Winnetka Avenue
- Fullbright Avenue Elementary School, located at 6940 Fullbright Avenue
Private Schools in Winnetka
There are also several private schools in the neighborhood.
- Green Gables, an elementary school at 8217 Winnetka Avenue
- St. Joseph the Worker Elementary School, at 19812 Cantlay Street
- St. Martin-in-the-Fields Parish School, at 7136 Winnetka Avenue
- AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School, at 6844 Oakdale Avenue
The History of Winnetka
Winnetka's story began in 1920. The Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce asked a man named Charles Weeks to come to the San Fernando Valley. His goal was to set up many one-acre farms where people would raise chickens for eggs. He had a very successful plan for this type of farm in East Palo Alto, California.
The "poultry colony" (which means a community focused on raising chickens) that Weeks started in this part of the valley grew into a small farming town. It was first called Weeks Poultry Colony. Later, Charles Weeks decided to rename it Winnetka. He chose this name after a farm he owned in Winnetka, Illinois.
Parks and Recreation in Winnetka
Winnetka offers several places for fun and relaxation.
Winnetka Recreation Center
This center has an indoor gym that can also be used as an auditorium. It can hold up to 400 people. Outside, there's a lighted baseball field, a play area for kids, and picnic tables. There's also a community room that is often used for voting during elections.
Quimby Park
Quimby Park is a smaller park without staff. It has outdoor basketball courts (not lighted), a children's play area, and tennis courts (not lighted).
Runnymede Park
This is another small park without staff. It features a children's play area, picnic tables, restrooms, and tennis courts (not lighted).
Winnetka Child Care Center
This center is run by the city and provides care for children. It accepts kids from almost 3 years old up to 13 years old. It can care for 59 children after school and 40 preschool children.
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Winnetka as mapped by the Los Angeles Times
