For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,228 students in 91201, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91201, CA are Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Balboa Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91201 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91201, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91201, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1610 Lake St.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-1809
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-1809
Gr: K-6 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Balboa Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1844 Bel Aire Dr.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 241-1801
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 241-1801
Gr: K-6 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1540 Fifth St.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-4279
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-4279
Gr: K-6 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91201, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91201, CA include Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Balboa Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91201?
3 public elementary schools are located in 91201.
What is the racial composition of students in 91201?
91201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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