For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,153 students in 90017, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA are Cds Elementary School, N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts and Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90017 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90017, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90017, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cds Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10001 Jumilla Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #22.
N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
379 South Loma Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Gr: K-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
309 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
680 Little St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Gr: K-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
John H. Liechty Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
650 South Union Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90017, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
461 W. 9th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(310) 221-0430
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(310) 221-0430
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
211 S. Ave. 20
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 352-8034
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 352-8034
Gr: 6-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2941 W. 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Gr: 6-8
2941 W. 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
2930 Fletcher Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 739-0560
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 739-0560
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
5356 S. Fifth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 596-2290
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 596-2290
Gr: 6-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy - Middle School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
697 South Burlington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-4245
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-4245
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Citylife Downtown Charter School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
1501 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-2267
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-2267
Gr: 6-7 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Los Angeles Unified Alternative Education High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
333 S. Beaudry Ave. Fl. 18
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3154
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3154
Gr: 7-12 | 1,156 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
474 S. Hartford Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 481-3200
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 481-3200
Gr: K-1 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rop Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
333 S. Beaudry Ave. 18th Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3162
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3162
Gr: AE
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA include Cds Elementary School, N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts and Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays).
How many public elementary schools are located in 90017?
5 public elementary schools are located in 90017.
What is the racial composition of students in 90017?
90017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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