For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,495 students in 90057, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90057, CA are Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity), Camino Nuevo Charter Academy and Charles White Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90057 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90057, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90057, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 South Carondelet St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-2823
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-2823
Gr: 6-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
697 South Burlington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 413-4245
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 413-4245
Gr: K-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #33.
Charles White Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 487-9172
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 487-9172
Gr: 1-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Union Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 South Burlington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 483-1345
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 483-1345
Gr: K-5 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Equitas Academy 4
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2501 West 7th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 201-5934
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 201-5934
Gr: 5-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #66.
Macarthur Park Elementary Sch For The Visual And Perf Arts
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 West Seventh St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-7217
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-7217
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
90057, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 S. La Fayette Park Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(323) 446-2570
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(323) 446-2570
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90057, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90057, CA include Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity), Camino Nuevo Charter Academy and Charles White Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90057?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90057.
What is the racial composition of students in 90057?
90057 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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