For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,505 students in 90248, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90248, CA are Moneta Continuation, Gardena Senior High School and New Millennium Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90248 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90248, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90248 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gardena Senior High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90248, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moneta Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17951 South Budlong Ave.
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 354-4951
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 354-4951
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Gardena Senior High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West 182nd St.
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 354-5000
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 354-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,343 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
New Millennium Secondary
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 West 182nd St.
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 999-6162
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 999-6162
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90248, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90248, CA include Moneta Continuation, Gardena Senior High School and New Millennium Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 90248?
3 public high schools are located in 90248.
What is the racial composition of students in 90248?
90248 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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