For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,753 students in 90046, CA (there are , serving 585 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 Gardner Street Elementary School. 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 49% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90046, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wonderland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 88% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 70% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Gardner Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7450 Hawthorn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-4710
Grades: K-5
| 408 students
Rank: #44.
Lashon Academy City
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | 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
Grades: K-6
| 107 students
Rank: #55.
Lashon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7477 Kester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Grades: K-8
| 575 students
Rank: #66.
Laurel Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
925 North Hayworth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-1930
Grades: K-8
| 247 students
Rank: #77.
Fairfax Senior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7850 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 370-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,524 students
90046, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Larchmont Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1265 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Grades: PK-12
| 2,845 students
1265 North Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Grades: K-8
| 334 students
West Hollywood Opportunity High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1049 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4155
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-4155
Grades: 7-12
| 19 students
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 Gardner Street Elementary School.
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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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