For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public middle schools serving 4,224 students in 90221, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90221, CA are Clinton William Jefferson, Mayo Elementary School and Lifeline Education Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90221 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90221, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90221, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton William Jefferson
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6500 Compton Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-7912
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-7912
Gr: K-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mayo Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 North Mayo Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6310
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6310
Gr: K-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #33.
Lifeline Education Charter
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 South Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1872
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1872
Gr: K-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2320 East Alondra Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6410
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6410
Gr: K-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #55.
Whaley Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14401 South Gibson Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6070
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6070
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1011 East Caldwell St.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6170
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6170
Gr: K-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 North Bradfield Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6350
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6350
Gr: K-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #88.
Bridges Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(866) 201-3890
Compton, CA 90221
(866) 201-3890
Gr: 6-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Thurgood Marshall
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15301 San Jose Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
Compton Virtual Academy
Alternative School
2300 West Caldwell St.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 639-4321
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 639-4321
Gr: K-12
90221, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School (Closed)
Alternative School
15301 San Jose Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
400 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(323) 880-4669
Compton, CA 90221
(323) 880-4669
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90221, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90221, CA include Clinton William Jefferson, Mayo Elementary School and Lifeline Education Charter.
How many public middle schools are located in 90221?
10 public middle schools are located in 90221.
What is the racial composition of students in 90221?
90221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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