For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 872 students in 90045, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90045, CA are Wish Academy High School and Wesm Health/sports Medicine. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90045 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90045, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90045 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wesm Health/sports Medicine, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90045, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
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 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90045, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90045, CA include Wish Academy High School and Wesm Health/sports Medicine.
How many public high schools are located in 90045?
2 public high schools are located in 90045.
What is the racial composition of students in 90045?
90045 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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