For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,642 students in 90272, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,461 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 90272, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90272, CA are Marquez Charter, Palisades Charter Elementary School and Palisades Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90272 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90272, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90272, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marquez Charter
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16821 Marquez Ave.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-4019
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-4019
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Palisades Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Via De La Paz
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-3700
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-3700
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Palisades Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15777 Bowdoin St.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-6623
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-6623
Gr: 9-12 | 2,920 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90272, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90272, CA include Marquez Charter, Palisades Charter Elementary School and Palisades Charter High School.
How many public schools are located in 90272?
3 public schools are located in 90272.
What percentage of students in 90272 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 90272 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90272?
90272 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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