For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 721 students in Seal Beach, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Seal Beach, CA is J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Seal Beach, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Seal Beach have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Seal Beach, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1698 Bolsa Ave.
Seal Beach, CA 90740
(562) 799-4560
Seal Beach, CA 90740
(562) 799-4560
Gr: K-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Seal Beach, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Seal Beach, CA include J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Seal Beach?
1 public schools are located in Seal Beach.
What is the racial composition of students in Seal Beach?
Seal Beach public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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