For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,411 students in 90302, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 536 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 90302, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90302, CA are Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter and La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90302 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90302, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90302, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
830 North La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: 6-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
Rank: #22.
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
830 North La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1415 North La Tijera Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
Gr: K-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #44.
Centinela Tk-8 Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1123 Marlborough Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5440
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5440
Gr: K-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Venice Way
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5460
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5460
Gr: K-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Frank D. Parent Tk-8
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5354 West 64th St.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
Gr: K-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
90302, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
830 N. La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
830 N. La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: 6-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90302, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90302, CA include Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter and La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter.
How many public schools are located in 90302?
6 public schools are located in 90302.
What percentage of students in 90302 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 90302 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90302?
90302 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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