For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 601 students in 90712, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90712, CA are Odyssey Stem Academy and Buena Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90712 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90712, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90712 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Odyssey Stem Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90712, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Odyssey Stem Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Grades: 9-12
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Buena Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Grades: 9-12
| 213 students
90712, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Paramount Alternative Education Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Grades: 6-12
| 43 students
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Grades: 9-12
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90712, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90712, CA include Odyssey Stem Academy and Buena Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90712?
2 public high schools are located in 90712.
What is the racial composition of students in 90712?
90712 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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