For the 2023 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 10,120 students in Lakewood, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 857 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Lakewood, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Lakewood, CA are Palms Elementary School, Aloha Elementary School and Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakewood, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Lakewood have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Lakewood, CA Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palms Elementary School
Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12445 E. 207th St.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7900
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7900
Grades: K-6
| 552 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Aloha Elementary School
Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11737 E. 214th St.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7825
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7825
Grades: K-6
| 302 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary School
Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21314 Claretta Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7885
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7885
Grades: K-6
| 427 students
Rank: #44.
Willow Elementary School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11733 E. 205th St.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7910
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7910
Grades: K-6
| 405 students
Rank: #55.
Odyssey Stem Academy
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Grades: 9-12
| 382 students
Rank: #66.
Lakewood High School
Math: 33% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4400 Briercrest Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 425-1281
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 425-1281
Grades: 9-12
| 3,182 students
Rank: #77.
Madison Elementary School
Math: 45-49% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2801 Bomberry St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Rank: #88.
Gompers K-8
Math: 36% | Reading: 51%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5206 Briercrest Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 925-2285
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 925-2285
Grades: K-8
| 637 students
Rank: #99.
Holmes Elementary School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5020 Barlin Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #1010.
Hoover Middle School
Math: 20% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Country Club Dr.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Grades: 6-8
| 654 students
Rank: #1111.
Buena Vista High School
Alternative School
Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Grades: 9-12
| 175 students
Rank: n/an/a
12108 E. Del Amo Blvd.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7700
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,458 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cleveland Elementary School
Math: 55-59%
4760 Hackett Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 420-7552
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 420-7552
Grades: K-5
| 474 students
Rank: n/an/a
Macarthur Elementary School
Math: 45-49%
6011 Centralia St.
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 420-3588
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 420-3588
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
Rank: n/an/a
Riley Elementary School
Math: 35-39%
3319 Sandwood St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Lakewood, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4400 Ladoga Ave
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 429-8911
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 429-8911
Grades: K-8
| 680 students
Paramount Alternative Education Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Grades: 6-12
| 43 students
Paramount High School Academy (Closed 2008)
Magnet School
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Grades: 9-12
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lakewood, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Lakewood, CA include Palms Elementary School, Aloha Elementary School and Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lakewood, CA?
15 public schools are located in Lakewood, CA.
What percentage of students in Lakewood, CA go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Lakewood, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lakewood, CA?
Lakewood, CA public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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