Best 91602 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,309 students in 91602, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,433 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 91602, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91602, CA are Rio Vista Elementary School, Walter Reed Middle School and Berenece Carlson Home Hospital. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91602 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91602, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 91602, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4243 Satsuma Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 761-6147
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Walter Reed Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4525 Irvine Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 487-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,580 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Berenece Carlson Home Hospital
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10952 Whipple St.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 509-8759
Gr: K-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 91602, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91602, CA include Rio Vista Elementary School, Walter Reed Middle School and Berenece Carlson Home Hospital.
How many public schools are located in 91602?
3 public schools are located in 91602.
What percentage of students in 91602 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 91602 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91602?
91602 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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