For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,905 students in 90221, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 719 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 90221, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90221, CA are Clinton William Jefferson, Mayo Elementary School and Lifeline Education Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90221 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90221, 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90221, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton William Jefferson
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6500 Compton Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-7912
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-7912
Gr: K-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mayo Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 North Mayo Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6310
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6310
Gr: K-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #33.
Lifeline Education Charter
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 South Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1872
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1872
Gr: K-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2320 East Alondra Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6410
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6410
Gr: K-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #55.
Whaley Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14401 South Gibson Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6070
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6070
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1011 East Caldwell St.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6170
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6170
Gr: K-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1620 North Pannes St.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6180
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6180
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 North Bradfield Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6350
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6350
Gr: K-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #99.
Compton High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 East Alondra Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 635-3881
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 635-3881
Gr: 9-12 | 1,438 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #1010.
Bridges Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(866) 201-3890
Compton, CA 90221
(866) 201-3890
Gr: 6-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Manuel Dominguez High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15301 South San Jose Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-0142
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 630-0142
Gr: 9-12 | 1,582 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #1212.
Thurgood Marshall
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15301 San Jose Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1313.
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15301 San Jose Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6340
Gr: 9-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1200 East Alondra Blvd.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6040
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6040
Rank: n/an/a
Compton Unified Rop
Vocational School
700 North Bullis Rd.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6000
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 898-6000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Compton Virtual Academy
Alternative School
2300 West Caldwell St.
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 639-4321
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 639-4321
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90221, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90221, CA include Clinton William Jefferson, Mayo Elementary School and Lifeline Education Charter.
How many public schools are located in 90221?
16 public schools are located in 90221.
What percentage of students in 90221 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 90221 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90221?
90221 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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