For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,753 students in 90046, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 585 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 90046, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90046, CA are Wonderland Avenue Elementary School, Melrose Avenue Elementary School and Lashon Academy City. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90046 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90046, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90046, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wonderland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8510 Wonderland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4401
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4401
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
731 North Detroit St.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 938-6275
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 938-6275
Gr: K-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Lashon Academy City
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3109 Sixth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Gr: K-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #44.
Lashon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7477 Kester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Gr: K-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Gardner Street Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 Hawthorn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Laurel Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 North Hayworth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Gr: K-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Fairfax Senior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7850 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,524 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
90046, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Larchmont Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1265 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Gr: PK-12 | 2,845 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
1265 North Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Gr: K-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
West Hollywood Opportunity High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1049 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4155
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4155
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90046, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90046, CA include Wonderland Avenue Elementary School, Melrose Avenue Elementary School and Lashon Academy City.
How many public schools are located in 90046?
7 public schools are located in 90046.
What percentage of students in 90046 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 90046 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90046?
90046 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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