For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,694 students in 90046, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 720 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 90046, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90046, CA are Wonderland Avenue Elementary School, Melrose Avenue Elementary School and Lashon Academy City. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90046 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90046, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90046, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wonderland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8510 Wonderland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4401
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4401
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
731 North Detroit St.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 938-6275
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 938-6275
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Lashon Academy City
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3109 Sixth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Gr: K-6 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Lashon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7477 Kester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Gardner Street Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 Hawthorn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Gr: K-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Laurel Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 North Hayworth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Gr: K-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Fairfax Senior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7850 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90046, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90046, CA include Wonderland Avenue Elementary School, Melrose Avenue Elementary School and Lashon Academy City.
How many public schools are located in 90046?
7 public schools are located in 90046.
What percentage of students in 90046 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 90046 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90046?
90046 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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