For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,910 students in 90266, CA (there are , serving 1,416 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 90266, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90266, CA are Meadows Avenue Elementary School, Opal Robinson Elementary School and Grand View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90266 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90266, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90266, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadows Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1200 Meadows Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8033
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8033
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Opal Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
80 Morningside Dr.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-5120
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-5120
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Grand View Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
455 24th St.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8022
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8022
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 South Rowell
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 798-6223
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 798-6223
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Pacific Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1200 Pacific Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8044
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-8044
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Manhattan Beach Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 North Redondo Ave.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-4878
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-4878
Gr: 6-8 | 1,123 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Mira Costa High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Artesia Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-7337
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-7337
Gr: 9-12 | 2,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90266, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90266, CA include Meadows Avenue Elementary School, Opal Robinson Elementary School and Grand View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90266?
8 public schools are located in 90266.
What percentage of students in 90266 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 90266 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90266?
90266 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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