For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,832 students in 90755, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 90755, CA are Signal Hill Elementary School, Alvarado Elementary School and Jessie Nelson Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90755 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90755, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90755, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Signal Hill Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2285 Walnut Ave.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 426-8170
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 426-8170
Grades: K-5
| 620 students
Rank: #22.
Alvarado Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 East 21st St.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 591-7477
Signal Hill, CA 90755
(562) 591-7477
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
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 schools in 90755, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90755, CA include Signal Hill Elementary School, Alvarado Elementary School and Jessie Nelson Academy.
How many public schools are located in 90755?
3 public schools are located in 90755.
What is the racial composition of students in 90755?
90755 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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