For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,217 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 40% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90034, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 498 students
Rank: #22.
Castle Heights Elementary School
(Math: 71% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 513 students
Rank: #33.
Palms Middle School
(Math: 42% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,195 students
Rank: #44.
Charnock Road Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11133 Charnock Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-6110
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-6110
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #55.
Shenandoah Street Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2450 Shenandoah St.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-3142
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-3142
Grades: K-5
| 326 students
Rank: #66.
Alexander Hamilton Senior High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2955 Robertson Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 280-1400
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 280-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,107 students
Rank: #77.
Palms Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3520 Motor Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-7337
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-7337
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #88.
Cheviot Hills Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9200 Cattaraugus Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-8462
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-8462
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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