For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,438 students in 90016, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 83 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 90016, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90016, CA are View Park Continuation, Synergy Charter Academy and Baldwin Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90016 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90016, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 90016, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
View Park Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4701 Rodeo Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #22.
Synergy Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 East 33rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 235-7960
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 235-7960
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #33.
Baldwin Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5421 Rodeo Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 937-7223
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 937-7223
Gr: K-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Marvin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2411 Marvin Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 938-3608
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 938-3608
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Virginia Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2925 Virginia Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 735-0570
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 735-0570
Gr: K-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #66.
Synergy Quantum Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 East 53rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 510-4171
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 510-4171
Gr: 9-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Synergy Kinetic Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1420 East Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 846-2225
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 846-2225
Gr: 6-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #88.
New Los Angeles Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1919 South Burnside Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 939-6400
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 939-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5753 Obama Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 556-9500
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 556-9500
Gr: K-5 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1010.
Cienega Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2611 South Orange Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 939-1138
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 939-1138
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Coliseum Street Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Coliseum St.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 294-5244
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 294-5244
Gr: K-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3537 Farmdale Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 298-8400
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 298-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90016, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90016, CA include View Park Continuation, Synergy Charter Academy and Baldwin Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90016?
12 public schools are located in 90016.
What percentage of students in 90016 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 90016 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90016?
90016 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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