For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,605 students in 90405, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90405, CA are Santa Monica High School and Olympic High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90405 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90405, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90405 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Santa Monica High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90405, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Santa Monica High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 395-3204
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 395-3204
Grades: 9-12
| 2,573 students
Rank: #22.
Olympic High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
721 Ocean Park Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 392-2494
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 392-2494
Grades: 9-12
| 32 students
90405, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-8338
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-8338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90405, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90405, CA include Santa Monica High School and Olympic High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 90405?
2 public high schools are located in 90405.
What is the racial composition of students in 90405?
90405 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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