For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,971 students in 90034, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,393 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 90034, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90034, CA are Clover Avenue Elementary School, Castle Heights Elementary School and Palms Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90034 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90034, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90034, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clover Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11020 Clover Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 479-7739
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 479-7739
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Castle Heights Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9755 Cattaraugus Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 839-4528
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 839-4528
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Palms Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10860 Woodbine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 253-7600
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 253-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Charnock Road Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11133 Charnock Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-6110
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-6110
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Shenandoah Street Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2450 Shenandoah St.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-3142
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-3142
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2955 Robertson Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 280-1400
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 280-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,055 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Cheviot Hills Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9200 Cattaraugus Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-8462
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-8462
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Palms Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3520 Motor Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-7337
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-7337
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90034, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90034, CA include Clover Avenue Elementary School, Castle Heights Elementary School and Palms Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 90034?
8 public schools are located in 90034.
What percentage of students in 90034 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 90034 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90034?
90034 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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