For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 3,498 students in 90026, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90026, CA are Downtown Business High School, Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) and Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90026 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90026, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90026 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Downtown Business High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90026, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown Business High School
Alternative School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 West Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1321 Cortez St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-2015
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-2015
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1552 W. Rockwood St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-8533
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-8533
Gr: 9-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #44.
New Village Girls Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
147 North Occidental Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 385-4015
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 385-4015
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Harris Newmark Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1575 West Second St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-4480
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-4480
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Edward R. Roybal Learning Center
(Math: 14% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 West Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 580-6400
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 580-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,130 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Belmont Senior High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1575 West 2nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-4300
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Los Angeles Academy Of Arts And Enterprise
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1575 West 2nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 487-0600
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 487-0600
Gr: 6-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
90026, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Camino Nuevo Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1215 W. Miramar St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 240-8700
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 240-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
1200 W. Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 487-0600
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 487-0600
Gr: 6-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
1575 W. Second St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 580-6430
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 580-6430
Gr: 9-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
1200 W. Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 580-6430
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 580-6430
Gr: 9-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Vista Heritage Charter Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2609 W. Fifth St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(714) 988-2719
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(714) 988-2719
Gr: 6-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90026, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90026, CA include Downtown Business High School, Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) and Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90026?
8 public high schools are located in 90026.
What is the racial composition of students in 90026?
90026 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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