For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,271 students in 90746, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 108 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 90746, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90746, CA are Annalee Avenue Elementary School, Towne Avenue Elementary School and Ralph Bunche Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90746 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90746, 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 90746, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Annalee Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19410 South Annalee Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-4740
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-4740
Gr: K-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #22.
Towne Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18924 Towne Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 329-3505
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 329-3505
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Ralph Bunche Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16223 South Haskins Ln.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 898-6120
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 898-6120
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #44.
Ambler Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
319 East Sherman Dr.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 532-4090
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 532-4090
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Leapwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19302 Leapwood Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 327-8245
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 327-8245
Gr: K-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 661-4500
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 661-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19424 South Broadacres Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-1980
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-1980
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Magnolia Science Academy 3
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Gr: 6-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy Of The Arts & Entertainment
Alternative School
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(424) 444-0488
Carson, CA 90746
(424) 444-0488
Gr: K-12 | 878 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90746, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90746, CA include Annalee Avenue Elementary School, Towne Avenue Elementary School and Ralph Bunche Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90746?
9 public schools are located in 90746.
What percentage of students in 90746 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 90746 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90746?
90746 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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