For the 2024-25 school year, there are 25 public schools serving 1,974 students in 90280, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 500 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 90280, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 90280, CA are Bryson Avenue Elementary School, Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math At Legacy High Sch Complex and Hollydale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90280 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90280, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90280, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bryson Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4470 Missouri Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-7141
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-7141
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math At Legacy High Sch Complex
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7540
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7540
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Hollydale
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5511 Century Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 602-8016
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 602-8016
Grades: K-8
| 802 students
Rank: #44.
International Studies Lrng Center At Legacy High Sch Complex
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5225 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7521
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7521
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Independence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8435 Victoria Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 249-9559
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 249-9559
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Victoria Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3320 Missouri Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1261
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1261
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Willow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2777 Willow Pl.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-5760
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-5760
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #88.
Montara Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10018 Montara Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1451
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1451
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Rank: #99.
Tweedy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9724 Pinehurst Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-2828
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-2828
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Kipp Corazon Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8616 Long Beach Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 457-5051
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 457-5051
Grades: K-8
| 1,056 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9820 Madison Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3900
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3900
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1212.
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8628 San Gabriel Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1488
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-1488
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1313.
South Gate Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3351 Firestone Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-5600
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-5600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #1414.
San Miguel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9801 San Miguel Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-0511
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-0511
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1515.
South East High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2720 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3400
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #1616.
South Gate Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Firestone Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-4000
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-4000
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: #1717.
Odyssey Continuation
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8693 Dearborn Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-5536
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-5536
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #1818.
Stanford Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2833 Illinois Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-8117
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-8117
Grades: 1-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1919.
Liberty Boulevard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2728 Liberty Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 583-4196
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 583-4196
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #2020.
Valiente College Preparatory Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8691 Ca Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 744-2107
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 744-2107
Grades: 5-8
| 116 students
Rank: #2121.
Visual And Performing Arts At Legacy High School Complex
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7531
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-7531
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #2222.
Southeast Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2560 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3100
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 568-3100
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: #2323.
State Street Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Santa Ana St.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 582-7358
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 582-7358
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #2424.
Simon Rodia Continuation
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Sequoia Dr.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-7140
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 569-7140
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Stanford Primary Center
Magnet School
3020 Kansas Ave.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 563-9208
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 563-9208
Grades: K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90280, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90280, CA include Bryson Avenue Elementary School, Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math At Legacy High Sch Complex and Hollydale.
How many public schools are located in 90280?
25 public schools are located in 90280.
What percentage of students in 90280 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 90280 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90280?
90280 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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