Top 10 Best 90638 California Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,760 students in 90638, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,424 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 90638, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90638, CA are Gardenhill Elementary School, Escalona Elementary School and Eastwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90638 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90638, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90638, CA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gardenhill Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14607 E. Gardenhill Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2840
Grades: K-5
| 651 students
Rank: #22.
Escalona Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15135 Escalona Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2745
Grades: K-5
| 409 students
Rank: #33.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15730 Pescados Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2650
Grades: K-5
| 403 students
Rank: #44.
La Mirada High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
13520 Adelfa Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3315
Grades: 9-12
| 1,833 students
Rank: #55.
Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13900 Estero Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Foster Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13930 E. Foster Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2790
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
La Pluma Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14420 La Pluma Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3205
Grades: K-5
| 319 students
Rank: #88.
John Foster Dulles Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
12726 Meadowgreen Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2610
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #99.
Reginald M. Benton Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
15709 E. Olive Branch Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
Grades: 6-8
| 634 students
Rank: #1010.
El Camino High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
14640 Mercado Ave.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 211 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90638 California

90638, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
14640 Mercado Ave.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3595
Grades: 6-8
| 371 students
15920 Barbala Rd
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 868-0431
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 90638, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90638, CA include Gardenhill Elementary School, Escalona Elementary School and Eastwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90638, CA?
10 public schools are located in 90638, CA.
What percentage of students in 90638, CA go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 90638, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90638, CA?
90638, CA public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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