For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,342 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 (2026)
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 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 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 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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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