For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,580 students in 90017, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 289 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 90017, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90017, CA are Cds Elementary School, N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts and School Of Business And Tourism At Contreras Learning Complex. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90017 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90017, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90017, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cds Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10001 Jumilla Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #22.
N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
379 South Loma Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-9183
Gr: K-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
School Of Business And Tourism At Contreras Learning Complex
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
322 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3840
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3840
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
309 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-2932
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
322 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3815
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3815
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
680 Little St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-0326
Gr: K-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
322 South Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3896
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3896
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
John H. Liechty Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
650 South Union Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 989-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
322 Lucas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3850
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 240-3850
Gr: 9-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Los Angeles Unified School District Rocp
Vocational School
333 South Beaudry Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3801
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3801
Gr: AE
Rank: n/an/a
333 South Beaudry Ave. Fl. 17
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-4713
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-4713
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90017, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90017, CA include Cds Elementary School, N.e.w. Academy Of Science And Arts and School Of Business And Tourism At Contreras Learning Complex.
How many public schools are located in 90017?
11 public schools are located in 90017.
What percentage of students in 90017 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 90017 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90017?
90017 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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