For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,050 students in 90005, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90005, CA are John Burroughs Middle School, Magnolia Science Academy 6 and Young Oak Kim Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90005 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90005, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90005, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Burroughs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 South Mccadden Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(323) 549-5000
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(323) 549-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,359 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Science Academy 6
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
745 South Wilton Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(310) 842-8555
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(310) 842-8555
Gr: 6-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Young Oak Kim Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 South Shatto Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 739-6500
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 739-6500
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Ucla Community K-12
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 South Mariposa Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-3750
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-3750
Gr: K-12 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Equitas Academy #2
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2723 West 8th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 201-5940
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 201-5940
Gr: 5-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #66.
Ambassador-global Leadership
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 South Catalina St.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4540
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4540
Gr: 6-12 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90005, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90005, CA include John Burroughs Middle School, Magnolia Science Academy 6 and Young Oak Kim Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 90005?
6 public middle schools are located in 90005.
What is the racial composition of students in 90005?
90005 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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