For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,270 students in 91103, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,253 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 91103, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 91103, CA are John Muir High School, Octavia E. Butler Magnet and Washington Elementary Stem Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91103 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91103, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91103, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Muir High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1905 North Lincoln Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5600
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,133 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Octavia E. Butler Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1505 North Marengo Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5830
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5830
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary Stem Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1520 North Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5840
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5840
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Alma Fuerte Public
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
524 Palisade St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 204-5265
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 204-5265
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
91103, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Celerity Exa Charter (Closed 2015)
Charter School
136 W. Peoria St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(310) 486-6620
Pasadena, CA 91103
(310) 486-6620
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
524 Palisade St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5670
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5670
Gr: K-5 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1259 Linda Vista Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 793-2197
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 793-2197
Gr: K-6 | 367 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rhythms Of The Village Charter High School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
482 West Washington Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 798-4732
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 798-4732
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
315 N. Pasadena Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5770
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 396-5770
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91103, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91103, CA include John Muir High School, Octavia E. Butler Magnet and Washington Elementary Stem Magnet.
How many public schools are located in 91103?
4 public schools are located in 91103.
What percentage of students in 91103 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 91103 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91103?
91103 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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