For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,533 students in 90274, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90274, CA are Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Dapplegray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90274 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90274, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90274, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Montemalaga Elementary 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
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Lunada Bay Elementary 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
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Dapplegray Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3011 Palos Verdes Dr. North
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-3706
Grades: K-5
| 655 students
Rank: #44.
Rancho Vista Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4323 Palos Verdes Dr. North
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8388
Grades: K-5
| 340 students
Rank: #55.
Palos Verdes Intermediate
(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
| 709 students
Rank: #66.
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
38 Crest Rd. West
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Grades: K-12
| 57 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 elementary schools in 90274, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90274, CA include Montemalaga Elementary School, Lunada Bay Elementary School and Dapplegray Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90274?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90274.
What is the racial composition of students in 90274?
90274 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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