For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,278 students in 91501, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 173 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 91501, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91501, CA are Ralph Emerson Elementary School and Joaquin Miller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91501 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91501, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91501, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ralph Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 East Cypress Ave.
Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 729-1200
Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 729-1200
Gr: K-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Joaquin Miller Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 East Providencia Ave.
Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 729-2050
Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 729-2050
Gr: K-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91501, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91501, CA include Ralph Emerson Elementary School and Joaquin Miller Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91501?
2 public schools are located in 91501.
What percentage of students in 91501 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 91501 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91501?
91501 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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