For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,059 students in 90034, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 90034 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90034, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90034, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 | 1,195 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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 | 286 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 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
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 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 90034, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90034, CA include Clover Avenue Elementary School, Castle Heights Elementary School and Palms Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90034?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90034.
What is the racial composition of students in 90034?
90034 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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