For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 788 students in 90036, CA (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,858 private students). 22% of all K-12 students in 90036, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90036, CA are Hancock Park Elementary School, Wilshire Crest Elementary School and Whitman Continuation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90036 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90036, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90036, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hancock Park Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
408 South Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 935-5272
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 935-5272
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Wilshire Crest Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5241 West Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-5291
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-5291
Gr: K-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Whitman Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7795 Rosewood Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 651-0645
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 651-0645
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90036, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90036, CA include Hancock Park Elementary School, Wilshire Crest Elementary School and Whitman Continuation.
How many public schools are located in 90036?
3 public schools are located in 90036.
What percentage of students in 90036 go to public school?
22% of all K-12 students in 90036 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90036?
90036 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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