For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,481 students in 90274, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90274, CA are Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Rancho Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90274 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90274, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90274, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montemalaga Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1121 Via Nogales
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-5228
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-5228
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Lunada Bay Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 Paseo Lunado
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-3005
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-3005
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Rancho Vista Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4323 Palos Verdes Dr. North
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Dapplegray Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3011 Palos Verdes Dr. North
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Gr: K-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Palos Verdes Intermediate
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2161 Via Olivera
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 544-4816
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 544-4816
Gr: 6-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38 Crest Rd. West
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Gr: K-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90274, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90274, CA include Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Rancho Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90274?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90274.
What is the racial composition of students in 90274?
90274 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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