Best 90746 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,271 students in 90746, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90746, CA are Annalee Avenue Elementary School, Towne Avenue Elementary School and Ralph Bunche Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90746 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90746, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90746, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Annalee Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19410 South Annalee Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-4740
Gr: K-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #22.
Towne Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
18924 Towne Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 329-3505
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Ralph Bunche Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
16223 South Haskins Ln.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 898-6120
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #44.
Ambler Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
319 East Sherman Dr.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 532-4090
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Leapwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
19302 Leapwood Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 327-8245
Gr: K-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 661-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
19424 South Broadacres Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-1980
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Magnolia Science Academy 3
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Gr: 6-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy Of The Arts & Entertainment
Alternative School
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(424) 444-0488
Gr: K-12 | 878 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90746, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90746, CA include Annalee Avenue Elementary School, Towne Avenue Elementary School and Ralph Bunche Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90746?
9 public elementary schools are located in 90746.
What is the racial composition of students in 90746?
90746 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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