For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 545 students in 90048, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 950 private students). 36% of all K-12 students in 90048, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90048, CA are Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet and Rosewood Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90048 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90048, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90048, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6351 West Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 935-8173
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 935-8173
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Rosewood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 North Croft Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-0166
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-0166
Gr: K-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90048, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90048, CA include Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet and Rosewood Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90048?
2 public schools are located in 90048.
What percentage of students in 90048 go to public school?
36% of all K-12 students in 90048 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90048?
90048 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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