For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,976 students in 90250, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90250, CA are Hawthorne Math And Science Academy, Family First Charter and Hawthorne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90250 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90250, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90250 have a Graduation Rate of 39%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hawthorne Math And Science Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90250, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4467 West Broadway
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 973-8184
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 973-8184
Gr: 9-12 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Family First Charter
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12500 Ramona Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 946-0379
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 946-0379
Gr: 9-12 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Hawthorne High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4859 West El Segundo Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-4400
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,685 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Renaissance County Community
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14600 Cerise Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 970-9910
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 970-9910
Gr: 7-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90250, California 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crescendo Charter Conservatory (Closed 2012)
Charter School
2506 West Imperial Hwy
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 241-1998
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 241-1998
Gr: K-5 | 198 students
13500 Aviation Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 725-5800
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 725-5800
Gr: K-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
2506 W. Imperial Hwy.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 421-6092
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 421-6092
Gr: K-5 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
3530 W. 147th St.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-6830
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-6830
Gr: K-2 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
14115 Chaudron Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-1022
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 263-1022
Gr: 7-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
13613 Hawthorne Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(626) 921-8200
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(626) 921-8200
Gr: 7-12 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
13500 Aviation Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 725-5800
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 725-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
13434 South Yukon Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 676-3444
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 676-3444
Gr: 4-5 | 490 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90250, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90250, CA include Hawthorne Math And Science Academy, Family First Charter and Hawthorne High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90250?
4 public high schools are located in 90250.
What is the racial composition of students in 90250?
90250 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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