For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 4,357 students in 90007, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 90007, CA are Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center and New Designs Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 90007 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 90007, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90007, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2023 South Union Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 745-8141
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 745-8141
Gr: 6-12 | 1,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #22.
Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3737 South Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 746-1995
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 746-1995
Gr: K-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
New Designs Charter
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2303 South Figueroa Way
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-9084
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-9084
Gr: 6-12 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Stem Preparatory Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1374 West 35th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 998-0950
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 998-0950
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1723 Cordova St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 730-7160
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 730-7160
Gr: K-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #66.
Youthbuild Charter School Of California
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 303
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 741-2600
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 741-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 90007, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 90007, CA include Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center and New Designs Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 90007?
6 public charter schools are located in 90007.
What is the racial composition of students in 90007?
90007 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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