For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,586 students in 90249, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 603 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 90249, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90249, CA are One Hundred Fifty-sixth Street Elementary School, Chapman Elementary School and Purche Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90249 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90249, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90249, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
One Hundred Fifty-sixth Street Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 West 156th St.
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-6639
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-6639
Gr: K-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Chapman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1947 Marine Ave.
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-2275
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-2275
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Purche Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13210 Purche Ave.
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 323-3184
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 323-3184
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Environmental Charter High - Gardena
Charter School
2818 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90249
(424) 295-9898
Gardena, CA 90249
(424) 295-9898
Gr: 9-12 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90249, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90249, CA include One Hundred Fifty-sixth Street Elementary School, Chapman Elementary School and Purche Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90249?
4 public schools are located in 90249.
What percentage of students in 90249 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 90249 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90249?
90249 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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