For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,238 students in 90802, CA (there are , serving 659 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 90802, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90802, CA are Stevenson Elementary School, Franklin Classical Middle School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90802 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90802, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90802, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
515 Lime Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 437-0407
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 437-0407
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Classical Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
540 Cerritos Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-4952
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-4952
Gr: 6-8 | 1,025 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
625 Maine Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 590-8481
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 590-8481
Gr: K-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 West Third St.
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 590-0904
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 590-0904
Gr: K-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
90802, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
620 Olive Ave
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-7181
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-7181
Gr: 6-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
1750 East Ocean Blvd. #612
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 423-3006
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 423-3006
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Southern Community Day (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
325 Atlantic Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 983-9827
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 983-9827
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90802, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90802, CA include Stevenson Elementary School, Franklin Classical Middle School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90802?
4 public schools are located in 90802.
What percentage of students in 90802 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 90802 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90802?
90802 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
What It Takes to Run a Public School Day-to-Day
Explore what it takes to run a public school daily, from leadership and staffing to budgeting, safety, and student support systems.
Restorative Justice in Schools: What the Data Shows
Explore restorative justice in schools, including discipline data, outcomes, and implementation insights for educators and families.
Year-Round School Calendars: Pros, Cons, Research
Explore year-round school calendars, including benefits, drawbacks, and what academic research says about student outcomes.