For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 818 students in 90755, CA.
The top ranked public middle school in 90755, CA is Jessie Nelson Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 90755 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90755, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90755, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jessie Nelson Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1951 Cherry Ave.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 591-6041
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 591-6041
Grades: 6-8
| 818 students
90755, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1260 E. 33rd St.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 426-8144
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 426-8144
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90755, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90755, CA include Jessie Nelson Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 90755?
1 public middle schools are located in 90755.
What is the racial composition of students in 90755?
90755 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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