For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,116 students in 91030, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91030, CA are Marengo Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Elementary School and South Pasadena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91030 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91030, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91030, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marengo Elementary School
(Math: 88% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 81% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
South Pasadena Middle School
(Math: 78% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,096 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Monterey Hills Elementary School
(Math: 76% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91030, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91030, CA include Marengo Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Elementary School and South Pasadena Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91030?
4 public elementary schools are located in 91030.
What is the racial composition of students in 91030?
91030 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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