For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,708 students in 90638, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90638, CA are Gardenhill Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School and Escalona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90638 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90638, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90638, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardenhill Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14607 East Gardenhill Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2840
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2840
Gr: K-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15730 Pescados Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2650
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2650
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Escalona Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15135 Escalona Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2745
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2745
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13900 Estero Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
Gr: 6-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Foster Road Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13930 East Foster Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2790
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2790
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
La Pluma Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14420 La Pluma Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3205
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3205
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
John Foster Dulles Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12726 Meadowgreen Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2610
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2610
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Reginald M. Benton Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15709 East Olive Branch Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
90638, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14640 Mercado Ave.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3595
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3595
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Performance Lrn Center - Cds (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
15920 Barbala Rd
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 868-0431
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 868-0431
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90638, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90638, CA include Gardenhill Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School and Escalona Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90638?
8 public elementary schools are located in 90638.
What is the racial composition of students in 90638?
90638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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