For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,321 students in 90302, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90302, CA are Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter and La Tijera Academy Of Excellence Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90302 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90302, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90302, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
830 North La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: 6-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1
Rank: #22.
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
830 North La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 671-5578
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
La Tijera Academy Of Excellence Charter
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1415 North La Tijera Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
Gr: K-8 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #44.
Centinela
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1123 Marlborough Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5440
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5440
Gr: K-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Venice Way
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5460
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5460
Gr: K-6 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Frank D. Parent
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5354 West 64th St.
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90302, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90302, CA include Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle School, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter and La Tijera Academy Of Excellence Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90302?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90302.
What is the racial composition of students in 90302?
90302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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