For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,656 students in South Pasadena, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 610 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in South Pasadena, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%). South Pasadena has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
The top ranked public schools in South Pasadena, CA are Marengo Elementary School, Monterey Hills Elementary School and Arroyo Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Pasadena, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in South Pasadena have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in South Pasadena, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marengo Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Marengo Ave.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5850
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5850
Grades: K-5
| 781 students
Rank: #22.
Monterey Hills Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1624 Via Del Rey
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5860
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5860
Grades: K-5
| 584 students
Rank: #33.
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
335 El Centro St.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5840
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5840
Grades: K-5
| 698 students
Rank: #44.
South Pasadena Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Fair Oaks
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5830
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5830
Grades: 6-8
| 1,099 students
Rank: #55.
South Pasadena Senior High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1401 Fremont Ave.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5820
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 441-5820
Grades: 9-12
| 1,494 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in South Pasadena, CA?
The top ranked public schools in South Pasadena, CA include Marengo Elementary School, Monterey Hills Elementary School and Arroyo Vista Elementary School. South Pasadena has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
How many public schools are located in South Pasadena?
5 public schools are located in South Pasadena.
What percentage of students in South Pasadena go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in South Pasadena are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in South Pasadena?
South Pasadena public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in South Pasadena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in South Pasadena include: Monterey Hills Elementary School vs. Arroyo Vista Elementary School, Marengo Elementary School vs. Arroyo Vista Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Elementary School vs. Monterey Hills Elementary School
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