For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,400 students in 90066, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90066, CA are James J. Mcbride Special Education Center, Venice Senior High School and Phoenix Continuation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90066 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90066, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90066 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Phoenix Continuation, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90066, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3960 Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Grades: 6-12
| 123 students
Rank: #22.
Venice Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13000 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,223 students
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12971 Zanja St.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 306-8775
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 306-8775
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90066, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90066, CA include James J. Mcbride Special Education Center, Venice Senior High School and Phoenix Continuation.
How many public high schools are located in 90066?
3 public high schools are located in 90066.
What is the racial composition of students in 90066?
90066 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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