Best 90201 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 5,192 students in 90201, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90201, CA are Magnolia Science Academy Bell, Bell Gardens Intermediate and Orchard Academies 2c. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90201 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90201, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90201, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Science Academy Bell
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6411 Orchard Ave.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 826-3925
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Bell Gardens Intermediate
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5841 Live Oak St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(562) 927-1319
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Orchard Academies 2c
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6411 Orchard Ave.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 826-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Orchard Academies 2b
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6411 Orchard Ave.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 826-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Suva Intermediate
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6660 East Suva St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(562) 927-2679
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #66.
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5027 Live Oak St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 869-1300
Gr: K-8 | 1,142 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Elizabeth Learning Center
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4811 Elizabeth St.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(323) 271-3600
Gr: K-12 | 1,322 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90201 California

90201, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
4210 E. Gage St.
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 middle schools in 90201, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90201, CA include Magnolia Science Academy Bell, Bell Gardens Intermediate and Orchard Academies 2c.
How many public middle schools are located in 90201?
7 public middle schools are located in 90201.
What is the racial composition of students in 90201?
90201 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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