For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,228 students in 91201, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 95 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 91201, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 91201, CA are Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Balboa Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91201 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91201, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91201, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1610 Lake St.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-1809
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-1809
Grades: K-6
| 626 students
Rank: #22.
Balboa Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1844 Bel Aire Dr.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 241-1801
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 241-1801
Grades: K-6
| 806 students
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1540 Fifth St.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-4279
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-4279
Grades: K-6
| 796 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91201, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91201, CA include Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Balboa Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91201?
3 public schools are located in 91201.
What percentage of students in 91201 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 91201 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91201?
91201 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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