For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 6,064 students in 90278, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90278, CA are Jefferson Elementary School, Birney Elementary School and Alta Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90278 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90278, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90278, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Harkness Ln.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8631
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8631
Gr: K-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Birney Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1600 Green Ln.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8626
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8626
Gr: K-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 Knob Hill Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8650
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8650
Gr: K-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 North Lucia
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8616
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8616
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Tulita Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1520 Prospect Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8628
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8628
Gr: K-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 Lilienthal Ln.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8641
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8641
Gr: K-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2223 Plant Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8646
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8646
Gr: K-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #88.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2200 Mackay Ln.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8623
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8623
Gr: K-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Adams Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 Ripley Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8636
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8636
Gr: 6-8 | 1,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Redondo Beach Virtual Learning
Alternative School
1401 Inglewood Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 379-5449
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 379-5449
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90278, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90278, CA include Jefferson Elementary School, Birney Elementary School and Alta Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90278?
10 public elementary schools are located in 90278.
What is the racial composition of students in 90278?
90278 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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