For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 282 students in 90042, CA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 90042, CA are Los Angeles College Prep Academy and Academia Avance Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 90042 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 90042, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90042, CA Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Los Angeles College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Coleman Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 257-1499
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 257-1499
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #22.
Academia Avance Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 North Avenue 53
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 230-7270
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 230-7270
Gr: 6-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
90042, California 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Optimist Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6957 N. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 443-3100
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 443-3100
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 90042, CA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 90042, CA include Los Angeles College Prep Academy and Academia Avance Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 90042?
2 public charter schools are located in 90042.
What is the racial composition of students in 90042?
90042 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
How Are U.S. 51±¬ÁÏs Doing in 2025?
An updated 2025 look at U.S. public schools: enrollment, performance, equity, funding, and reforms shaping K–12 education today.
Private vs. 51±¬ÁÏ: 2025 Reality Check
A 2025 analysis debunks myths: private schools aren’t outperforming public schools. Explore outcomes, tuition, equity, and choice policy trends.
School Safety & Shootings: 2025 Update
A 2025 update on school safety and shootings, featuring recent data, prevention strategies, and expert perspectives to guide parents and educators.