For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,723 students in 90045, CA (there are , serving 1,030 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 90045, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90045, CA are Wish Community, Kentwood Elementary School and Open Charter Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90045 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90045, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90045, CA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wish Community
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6550 West 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Gr: K-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Kentwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8401 Emerson Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-8977
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-8977
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Open Charter Magnet
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5540 West 77th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Cowan Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7615 Cowan Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-1973
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-1973
Gr: K-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Wish Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7400 West Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 743-6990
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 743-6990
Gr: 9-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8701 Parkhill Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 673-1230
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 673-1230
Gr: 6-8 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Westport Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6011 West 79th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-5611
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-5611
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8821 Villanova Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-0480
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-0480
Gr: K-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6550 West 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 258-6600
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 258-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Wesm Health/sports Medicine
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7400 West Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2400
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
90045, California 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Del Rey Continuation High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
8701 Park Hill Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2500
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 338-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
7400 W. Manchester Bldg K
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(424) 228-1830
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(424) 228-1830
Gr: 6-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
7400 West Manchester Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 290-6935
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(323) 290-6935
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
5431 W. 98th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 649-2991
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 649-2991
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
6550 W. 80th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 642-9474
Gr: K-6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
7615 Cowan Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-9940
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 410-9940
Gr: 7-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90045, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90045, CA include Wish Community, Kentwood Elementary School and Open Charter Magnet.
How many public schools are located in 90045?
10 public schools are located in 90045.
What percentage of students in 90045 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 90045 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90045?
90045 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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