For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,348 students in 90712, CA (there are , serving 188 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 90712, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90712, CA are Madison Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School and Riley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90712 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90712, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90712, CA 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2801 Bomberry St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5020 Barlin Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Riley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3319 Sandwood St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Odyssey Stem Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Hoover Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Country Club Dr.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Buena Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90712, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Paramount Alternative Education Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90712, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90712, CA include Madison Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School and Riley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90712?
6 public schools are located in 90712.
What percentage of students in 90712 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 90712 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90712?
90712 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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