For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,747 students in 90712, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90712, CA are Madison Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School and Riley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90712 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90712, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90712, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2801 Bomberry St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-7731
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5020 Barlin Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-4427
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Riley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3319 Sandwood St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 420-9595
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Hoover Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Country Club Dr.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 421-1213
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
90712, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Paramount Alternative Education Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8160
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8076
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90712, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90712, CA include Madison Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School and Riley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90712?
4 public elementary schools are located in 90712.
What is the racial composition of students in 90712?
90712 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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