For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,006 students in El Segundo, CA. The top-ranked public high schools in El Segundo, CA are El Segundo High School, Da Vinci Science and Da Vinci Connect. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Segundo, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in El Segundo have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
El Segundo, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is El Segundo High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in El Segundo, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Segundo High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
640 Main St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 615-2661
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 615-2661
Gr: 9-12 | 1,232 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Da Vinci Science
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 N. Douglas St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Da Vinci Connect
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12501 Isis Ave.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
Gr: K-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Arena High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
630 Arena St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 615-2650
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 615-2650
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Success Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13530 Aviation Blvd.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-2101
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-2101
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Da Vinci Communications
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 N. Douglas
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Da Vinci Design
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 North Douglas
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Da Vinci Rise High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 North Douglas St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in El Segundo, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in El Segundo, CA include El Segundo High School, Da Vinci Science and Da Vinci Connect. El Segundo has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in El Segundo?
8 public high schools are located in El Segundo.
What is the racial composition of students in El Segundo?
El Segundo public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in El Segundo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in El Segundo include: Da Vinci Science vs. El Segundo High School
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