For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,153 students in 90017, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA are N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts, Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) and Esperanza Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90017 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90017, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90017, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
379 South Loma Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Gr: K-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
309 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
680 Little St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Gr: K-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
John H. Liechty Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
650 South Union Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90017, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cds Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
10001 Jumilla Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90017, CA include N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts, Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) and Esperanza Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90017?
5 public elementary schools are located in 90017.
What is the racial composition of students in 90017?
90017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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