What types of schools are available in Compton, California?

Compton, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Compton, California

Q: How many schools are in Compton, California?

There are 38 schools in Compton, California, serving 17,833 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Compton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Compton, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 38 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

17,833

Total Students

Across Compton

22.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

38 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)17 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,582 students at Manuel Dominguez High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 20:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Kipp Compton Community

charter schoolmiddleK-8

1650 West 134Th St., Compton, CA 90222

Isana Achernar Academy

charter schoolmiddleK-8

310 East El Segundo Blvd., Compton, CA 90222

Bridges Preparatory Academy

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

400 South Santa Fe Ave., Compton, CA 90221

2210 East 130Th St., Compton, CA 90222

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

12338 Mona Blvd., Compton, CA 90220

2505 West 156Th St., Compton, CA 90220

2606 North Central Ave., Compton, CA 90222

1200 East Alondra Blvd., Compton, CA 90221

Manuel Dominguez High

publichighGrade 9-12

15301 South San Jose Ave., Compton, CA 90221

Lifeline Education Charter

charter schoolhighK-12

225 South Santa Fe Ave., Compton, CA 90221

905 North Aranbe St., Compton, CA 90220

Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

1450 West El Segundo Ave., Compton, CA 90222

Robert F. Kennedy Elementary

publicmiddleK-8

1305 South Oleander St., Compton, CA 90220

2320 East Alondra Blvd., Compton, CA 90221

2508 East 133Rd St., Compton, CA 90222

1620 North Pannes St., Compton, CA 90221

Martin Luther King Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2270 East 122Nd St., Compton, CA 90222

700 North Bradfield Ave., Compton, CA 90221

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Compton

Compton, California is home to 38 schools serving over 17,833 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Compton, California?

There are 38 schools in Compton, serving 17,833 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Compton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Compton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Compton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Compton is 22.5:1.

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