For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,464 students in 90029, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 266 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 90029, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90029, CA are Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet, Stella High Charter Academy and Valor Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90029 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90029, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90029, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Fountain Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-6700
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,547 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Stella High Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 W. Imperial Hwy.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(424) 789-8337
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(424) 789-8337
Gr: 9-12 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #33.
Valor Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9356 Lemona Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 934-8910
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 934-8910
Gr: 9-12 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Valor Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8755 Woodman Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 217-2733
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 217-2733
Gr: K-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Kingsley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5200 West Virginia Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-7700
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-7700
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Valor Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9034 Burnet Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 830-1700
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(818) 830-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Lockwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4345 Lockwood Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 662-2101
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 662-2101
Gr: K-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Stella Middle Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4301 West Martin Luther King J
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 406-7155
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 406-7155
Gr: 5-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Stella Elementary Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2636 S. Mansfield Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(213) 340-6700
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(213) 340-6700
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #1010.
Ramona Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1133 North Mariposa Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 663-2158
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 663-2158
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
4564 West Lexington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-2884
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-2884
Gr: K-2 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Rise Kohyang Elementary School
Charter School
600 South La Fayette Park Pl.,
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(213) 224-8900
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(213) 224-8900
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90029, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90029, CA include Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet, Stella High Charter Academy and Valor Academy High School.
How many public schools are located in 90029?
12 public schools are located in 90029.
What percentage of students in 90029 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 90029 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90029?
90029 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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