For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,724 students in 90221, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 90221 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90221, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90221, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
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 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
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 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 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 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
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 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
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 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 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 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 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 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #99.
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
(562) 200-8819
Compton, CA 90221
(562) 200-8819
Gr: 6-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
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 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
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 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
90221, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
(323) 880-4669
Compton, CA 90221
(323) 880-4669
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 90221, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90221, CA include Clinton William Jefferson, Mayo Elementary School and Lifeline Education Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90221?
11 public elementary schools are located in 90221.
What is the racial composition of students in 90221?
90221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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