For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,066 students in 90011, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90011, CA are Matrix For Success Academy, Santee Education Complex and Nava College Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90011 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90011, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90011 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nava College Preparatory Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90011, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matrix For Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 East 34th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Santee Education Complex
(Math: 12% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1921 South Maple Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1000
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,582 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Nava College Preparatory Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1319 East 41st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 235-6800
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 235-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1319 East 41st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1200
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 521-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 East 53rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4600
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Frida Kahlo High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1924 South Los Angeles St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1090
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 763-1090
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90011, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90011, CA include Matrix For Success Academy, Santee Education Complex and Nava College Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 90011?
6 public high schools are located in 90011.
What is the racial composition of students in 90011?
90011 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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