For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,588 students in 90024, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,338 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 90024, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90024, CA are Fairburn Avenue Elementary School, Warner Avenue Elementary School and Emerson Community Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90024 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90024, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90024, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1403 Fairburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 470-1344
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 470-1344
Gr: K-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Warner Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
615 Holmby Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 475-5893
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 475-5893
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Emerson Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1650 Selby Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 234-3100
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 234-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90024, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90024, CA include Fairburn Avenue Elementary School, Warner Avenue Elementary School and Emerson Community Charter.
How many public schools are located in 90024?
3 public schools are located in 90024.
What percentage of students in 90024 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 90024 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90024?
90024 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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