For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,295 students in 90011, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90011, CA are Matrix For Success Academy, Santee Education Complex and Nava College Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90011 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90011, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90011 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nava College Preparatory Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90011, CA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matrix For Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 East 34th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Santee Education Complex
(Math: 12% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1921 South Maple Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1000
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,680 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Nava College Preparatory Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1319 East 41st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 235-6800
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 235-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1319 East 41st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 East 53rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4600
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Frida Kahlo High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1924 South Los Angeles St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1090
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1090
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
90011, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Animo Justice Charter High School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1655 East 27th St 1st Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 232-1857
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 232-1857
Gr: 9-12
4504 Ascot Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 233-2403
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 233-2403
Gr: K-2 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
1420 E. Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-2200
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
300 E. 53rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4740
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4740
Gr: 9-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
1319 E. 41st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1290
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1290
Gr: 9-12 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Summit Preparatory Charter (Closed 2020)
Charter School
644 56th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 680-0107
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 680-0107
Gr: 4-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90011, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90011, CA include Matrix For Success Academy, Santee Education Complex and Nava College Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 90011?
6 public high schools are located in 90011.
What is the racial composition of students in 90011?
90011 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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