For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,910 students in 90266, CA (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,416 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 90266, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90266, CA are Meadows Avenue Elementary School, Opal Robinson Elementary School and Grand View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90266 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90266, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90266, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadows Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1200 Meadows Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8033
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8033
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Opal Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
80 Morningside Dr.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-5120
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-5120
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Grand View Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
455 24th St.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8022
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8022
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 South Rowell
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 798-6223
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 798-6223
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Pacific Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1200 Pacific Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8044
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8044
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Manhattan Beach Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 North Redondo Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-4878
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-4878
Gr: 6-8 | 1,123 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Mira Costa High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Artesia Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-7337
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-7337
Gr: 9-12 | 2,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90266, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90266, CA include Meadows Avenue Elementary School, Opal Robinson Elementary School and Grand View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90266?
8 public schools are located in 90266.
What percentage of students in 90266 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 90266 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90266?
90266 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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