For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,622 students in Lakewood, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Lakewood, CA are Odyssey Stem Academy, Artesia High School and Lakewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakewood, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Lakewood have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Lakewood, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Artesia High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lakewood, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Odyssey Stem Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-6025
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Artesia High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12108 East Del Amo Blvd.
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7700
Lakewood, CA 90715
(562) 229-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,441 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Lakewood High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Briercrest Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 425-1281
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 425-1281
Gr: 9-12 | 2,580 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Buena Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3717 Michelson St.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 602-8090
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Lakewood, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4400 Ladoga Ave
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 429-8911
Lakewood, CA 90713
(562) 429-8911
Gr: K-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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 high schools in Lakewood, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Lakewood, CA include Odyssey Stem Academy, Artesia High School and Lakewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lakewood?
4 public high schools are located in Lakewood.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakewood?
Lakewood public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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