For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,891 students in 90201, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90201, CA are Bell Senior High School, Bell Gardens High School and Russell Westbrook Why Not High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90201 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90201, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90201 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elizabeth Learning Center, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90201, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bell Senior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4328 Bell Ave.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 832-4700
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 832-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Bell Gardens High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6119 Agra St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 826-5151
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 826-5151
Gr: 9-12 | 2,139 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #33.
Russell Westbrook Why Not High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4210 East Gage Ave.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(213) 745-4928
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(213) 745-4928
Gr: 9-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Elizabeth Learning Center
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4811 Elizabeth St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 271-3600
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 271-3600
Gr: K-12 | 1,322 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
90201, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4210 E. Gage St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 800-2741
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 800-2741
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90201, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90201, CA include Bell Senior High School, Bell Gardens High School and Russell Westbrook Why Not High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90201?
4 public high schools are located in 90201.
What is the racial composition of students in 90201?
90201 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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