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Best Schools in Los Angeles, California
Compare 563 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
563
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
252,790
Total Students
Across Los Angeles
18.6:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
563 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score0%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)6 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 816 students at Virtual Academy Steam.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Gerald A. Lawson Acad Of The Arts Math And Sci
publicmiddleK-6
929 West 69Th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
0
Rating
Students
480
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sally Ride Elementary: A Smart Academy
publicelementaryK-5
1041 East 46Th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
0
Rating
Students
367
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Dr. Sammy Lee Medical And Health Science Magnet Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
3600 Council St., Los Angeles, CA 90004
0
Rating
Students
551
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Early College Academy-La Trade Tech College
publichighGrade 9-12
400 West Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
0
Rating
Students
272
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Nava College Preparatory Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
1319 East 41St St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
0
Rating
Students
598
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Contreras Learning Center-School Of Social Justice
publichighGrade 9-12
322 South Lucas Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90017
0
Rating
Students
326
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch Stem
publichighGrade 6-12
2328 Saint James Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90007
0
Rating
Students
720
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Fourth Street Primary Center
publicelementaryK-1
469 Amalia Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
0
Rating
Students
206
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Boyle Heights Hilda Solis High
publichighGrade 9-12
319 North Humphreys Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
0
Rating
Students
256
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Boys Academic Leadership Academy
publichighGrade 6-12
1511 West 110Th St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
0
Rating
Students
69
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Horace Mann Ucla Community
publichighGrade 6-12
7001 South Saint Andrews Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90047
0
Rating
Students
440
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
University Pathways Public Service Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
1415 Firestone Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90001
0
Rating
Students
121
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
8701 Parkhill Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90045
0
Rating
Students
133
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Computer Science Virtual Academy
publichighK-12
5010 11Th Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043
0
Rating
Students
765
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
11227 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
0
Rating
Students
110
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Virtual Academy Steam
publichighK-12
4010 East Ramboz Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90063
0
Rating
Students
816
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Iovine And Young Center
publichighGrade 9-11
4120 11Th Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90008
0
Rating
Students
74
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy
publichighK-12
474 Hartford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90017
0
Rating
Students
573
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
630 South Leonard St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
0
Rating
Students
513
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Montebello Park Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
6300 Northside Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90022
0
Rating
Students
365
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California is home to 563 schools serving over 252,790 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Los Angeles, California?
There are 563 schools in Los Angeles, serving 252,790 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Los Angeles?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Los Angeles is 18.6:1.