For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,207 students in 90247, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 510 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 90247, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90247, CA are Denker Avenue Elementary School, Amestoy Elementary School and Gardena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90247 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90247, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90247, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Denker Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1620 W. 162nd St.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-9420
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-9420
Grades: K-5
| 656 students
Rank: #22.
Amestoy Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1048 W. 149th St.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-5592
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-5592
Grades: K-5
| 659 students
Rank: #33.
Gardena Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
647 W. Gardena Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 324-6967
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 324-6967
Grades: K-5
| 449 students
Rank: #44.
One Hundred Fifty-third Street
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1605 W. 153rd St.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 323-1029
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 323-1029
Grades: K-5
| 380 students
Rank: #55.
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 W. 135th St.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 324-4454
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 324-4454
Grades: K-5
| 536 students
Rank: #66.
Environmental Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 W. 165th Pl.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 425-1605
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 425-1605
Grades: 6-8
| 350 students
Rank: #77.
Robert E. Peary Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1415 W. Gardena Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 225-4200
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 225-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,177 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kipp Lea 17
Charter School
1415 W. Gardena Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90247
(213) 489-4461
Gardena, CA 90247
(213) 489-4461
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
90247, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
C. Morley Sellery Special Education Center (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
15805 S. Budlong Ave.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-1202
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 327-1202
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Crescendo Charter Preparatory West (Closed 2012)
Charter School
16110 South La Salle Ave
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 532-8680
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 532-8680
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90247, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90247, CA include Denker Avenue Elementary School, Amestoy Elementary School and Gardena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90247, CA?
8 public schools are located in 90247, CA.
What percentage of students in 90247, CA go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 90247, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90247, CA?
90247, CA public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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