For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,260 students in 90274, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,646 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 90274, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 90274, CA are Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Palos Verdes Peninsula High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90274 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90274, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90274, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Montemalaga Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1121 Via Nogales
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-5228
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-5228
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Lunada Bay Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 Paseo Lunado
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-3005
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-3005
Grades: K-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
27118 Silver Spur Rd.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-4888
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-4888
Grades: 9-12
| 2,290 students
Rank: #44.
Dapplegray Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3011 Palos Verdes Dr. N.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Grades: K-5
| 653 students
Rank: #55.
Rancho Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4323 Palos Verdes Dr. N.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Grades: K-5
| 340 students
Rank: #66.
Palos Verdes Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2161 Via Olivera
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 544-4816
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 544-4816
Grades: 6-8
| 700 students
Rank: #77.
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
38 Crest Rd. W.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Grades: K-12
| 53 students
Rank: #88.
Palos Verdes High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Cloyden Rd.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8471
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8471
Grades: 9-12
| 1,417 students
Rank: #99.
Rancho Del Mar High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38 Crest Rd. W.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Grades: 10-12
| 50 students
Rank: n/an/a
3801 Via La Selva
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
90274, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Malaga Cove School - Success Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Paseo Del Mar
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 373-2281
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 373-2281
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
3801 Via La Selva
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90274, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90274, CA include Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.
How many public schools are located in 90274?
10 public schools are located in 90274.
What percentage of students in 90274 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 90274 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90274?
90274 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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