For the 2024 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,799 students in 90001, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 528 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 90001, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90001, CA are Russell Elementary School, Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy and Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90001 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90001, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90001, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1263 E. Firestone Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-7247
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-7247
Grades: K-6
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1321 E. 61st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 277-2310
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 277-2310
Grades: K-5
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design Steam Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6100 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2108
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2108
Grades: 9-12
| 563 students
Rank: #44.
Public Service Community At Diego Rivera Learning Complex
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6100 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2128
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2128
Grades: 9-12
| 527 students
Rank: #55.
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1338 E. 76th Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 587-4235
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 587-4235
Grades: K-6
| 697 students
Rank: #66.
Lillian Street Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5909 Lillian St.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-0705
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-0705
Grades: K-6
| 377 students
Rank: #77.
Wisdom Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E. 74th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 586-5760
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 586-5760
Grades: K-6
| 714 students
Rank: #88.
Thomas A. Edison Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Hooper Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 826-2500
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 826-2500
Grades: 6-8
| 896 students
Rank: #99.
Alliance Kory Hunter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5886 Compton Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 484-0450
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 484-0450
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
Rank: #1010.
Florence Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7211 Bell Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-0758
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-0758
Grades: K-6
| 539 students
Rank: #1111.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8407 S. Fir Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 583-1263
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 583-1263
Grades: K-6
| 558 students
Rank: #1212.
Performing Arts Community At Diego Rivera Learning Complex
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6100 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2136
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2136
Grades: 9-12
| 473 students
Rank: #1313.
Miramonte Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E. 68th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 583-1257
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 583-1257
Grades: K-5
| 612 students
Rank: #1414.
Communication And Tech At Diego Rivera Lrng Complex
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6100 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2118
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 846-2118
Grades: 9-12
| 530 students
Rank: #1515.
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7812 Mckinley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-7481
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 582-7481
Grades: K-6
| 573 students
Rank: #1616.
Charles Drew Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8511 Compton Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 826-1700
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 826-1700
Grades: 7-8
| 719 students
Rank: #1717.
University Pathways Public Service Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1415 Firestone Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 277-1800
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 277-1800
Grades: 9-12
| 309 students
90001, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cornerstone Prep Charter (Closed 2012)
Charter School
7651 South Central Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 291-7400
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 291-7400
Grades: K-6
| 247 students
Wisdom Academy For Young Scientists (Closed 2017)
Charter School
706 E. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 752-6655
Los Angeles, CA 90001
(323) 752-6655
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90001, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90001, CA include Russell Elementary School, Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy and Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design Steam Academy.
How many public schools are located in 90001, CA?
17 public schools are located in 90001, CA.
What percentage of students in 90001, CA go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 90001, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90001, CA?
90001, CA public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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