For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 596 students in 90048, CA (there are , serving 950 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in 90048, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90048, CA are Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet and Rosewood Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90048 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90048, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90048, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6351 West Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 935-8173
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 935-8173
Grades: K-5
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Rosewood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 North Croft Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-0166
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-0166
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90048, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90048, CA include Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet and Rosewood Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90048?
2 public schools are located in 90048.
What percentage of students in 90048 go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in 90048 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90048?
90048 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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