For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,674 students in 90045, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,107 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 90045, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90045, CA are Wish Community, Kentwood Elementary School and Open Charter Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90045 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90045, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90045, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wish Community
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6550 W. 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Grades: K-8
| 775 students
Rank: #22.
Kentwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8401 Emerson Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-8977
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-8977
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Open Charter Magnet
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5540 W. 77th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
Grades: K-5
| 392 students
Rank: #44.
Cowan Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7615 Cowan Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-1973
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-1973
Grades: K-6
| 407 students
Rank: #55.
Wish High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7400 W. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 743-6990
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 743-6990
Grades: 9-12
| 251 students
Rank: #66.
Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8821 Villanova Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-0480
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-0480
Grades: K-5
| 204 students
Rank: #77.
Westport Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6011 W. 79th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-5611
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-5611
Grades: K-5
| 174 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8701 Parkhill Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 673-1230
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 673-1230
Grades: 6-8
| 104 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet
Alternative School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6550 W. 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 258-6600
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 258-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 417 students
Rank: #1010.
Wesm Health/sports Medicine
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7400 W. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2400
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 669 students
90045, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Del Rey Continuation High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
8701 Park Hill Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2500
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
7400 W. Manchester Bldg K
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(424) 228-1830
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(424) 228-1830
Grades: 6-12
| 139 students
7400 West Manchester Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 290-6935
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 290-6935
Grades: 9-12
| 251 students
5431 W. 98th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 649-2991
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 649-2991
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Westside Innovative School House (Closed 2018)
Charter School
6550 W. 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Grades: K-6
| 519 students
7615 Cowan Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-9940
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-9940
Grades: 7-8
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90045, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90045, CA include Wish Community, Kentwood Elementary School and Open Charter Magnet.
How many public schools are located in 90045, CA?
10 public schools are located in 90045, CA.
What percentage of students in 90045, CA go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 90045, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90045, CA?
90045, CA public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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