For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 11,236 students in 90262, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 474 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 90262, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90262, CA are Washington Elementary School, Will Rogers Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90262 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90262, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90262, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4225 Sanborn Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1513
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1513
Gr: K-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #22.
Will Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11220 Duncan Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1542
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1542
Gr: K-6 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12315 Thorson Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1500
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1500
Gr: K-6 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #44.
Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11300 Wright Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1516
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1516
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Lynwood High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12124 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1582
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1582
Gr: 9-12 | 1,858 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Janie P. Abbott Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5260 East Clark St.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1498
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1498
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #77.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Agnes St.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1401
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1401
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #88.
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3593 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5900
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5900
Gr: K-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Soleil Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Agnes Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(323) 409-0801
Lynwood, CA 90262
(323) 409-0801
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5246 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5200
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,633 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Cedar Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1521
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1521
Gr: K-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Helen Keller Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3521 Palm Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5700
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-5700
Gr: K-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11700 School St.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1525
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1525
Gr: K-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Cesar Chavez Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3898 Abbott Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-7300
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-7300
Gr: 7-8 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #1515.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11031 State St.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1518
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1518
Gr: K-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #1616.
Hosler Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11300 Spruce St.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1447
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1447
Gr: 7-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #1717.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10835 Mallison Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1511
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1511
Gr: K-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1818.
Lugo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4345 Pendleton Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1493
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1493
Gr: K-6 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90262, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lynwood Alternative High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
11387 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-1600
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-1600
Gr: 7-12
12124 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1466
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 603-1466
Gr: 7-8 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
11387 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-1458
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 886-1458
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Pathway Independent Study (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11387 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(424) 296-1730
Lynwood, CA 90262
(424) 296-1730
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90262, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90262, CA include Washington Elementary School, Will Rogers Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90262?
18 public schools are located in 90262.
What percentage of students in 90262 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 90262 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90262?
90262 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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