For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,413 students in 90254, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 433 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 90254, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90254, CA are Hermosa View Elementary School and Hermosa Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90254 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90254, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90254, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermosa View Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1800 Prospect Ave.
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(424) 333-9960
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(424) 333-9960
Gr: K-1 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Hermosa Valley Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1645 Valley Dr.
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 937-5888
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 937-5888
Gr: 5-8 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
417 25th St.
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(424) 333-9960
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(424) 333-9960
Gr: 2-4 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90254, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90254, CA include Hermosa View Elementary School and Hermosa Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90254?
3 public schools are located in 90254.
What percentage of students in 90254 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 90254 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90254?
90254 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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