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Best 90043 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 6,819 students in 90043, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 294 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 90043, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90043, CA are Icef Vista Middle Academy, Icef Vista Elementary Academy and Whitney Young Continuation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90043 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90043, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90043, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Icef Vista Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4471 Inglewood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 298-6405
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Icef Vista Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4471 Inglewood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 298-6400
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #33.
Whitney Young Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3051 West 52nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 296-3258
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Fifty-fourth Street Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5501 South Eileen Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 294-5275
Gr: K-6 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Today's Fresh Start-compton
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4476 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 293-9826
Gr: K-8 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2941 West 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 920-4388
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #77.
Icef View Park Preparatory Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5311 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 290-6970
Gr: 6-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #88.
Icef View Park Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5701 South Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 290-6975
Gr: 9-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #99.
Alliance Ouchi-o'donovan 6-12 Complex
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5356 South Fifth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 596-2290
Gr: 6-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #1010.
Angeles Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2611 West 52nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 294-5103
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Alliance Renee And Meyer Luskin Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2941 West 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 905-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Icef View Park Preparatory Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5311 South Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 290-6960
Gr: K-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Windsor Hills Math Science
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5215 Overdale Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 293-6251
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5939 Second Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 294-5118
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
Yes Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3140 Hyde Park Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 778-4992
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #1616.
Crete Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6103 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 791-1600
Gr: K-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #1717.
Crenshaw Sci Tech Engr Math And Med Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5010 11th Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 290-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Computer Science Virtual Academy
Alternative School
5010 11th Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(424) 429-4228
Gr: K-12 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 90043, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90043, CA include Icef Vista Middle Academy, Icef Vista Elementary Academy and Whitney Young Continuation.
How many public schools are located in 90043?
18 public schools are located in 90043.
What percentage of students in 90043 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 90043 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90043?
90043 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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