For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 800 students in 90002, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 90002, CA are Kipp Ignite Academy and Kipp Philosophers Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 90002 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 90002, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90002, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Ignite Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9110 South Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 486-6402
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 486-6402
Gr: K-4 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #22.
Kipp Philosophers Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1999 East 102nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 584-6664
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 584-6664
Gr: 5-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
90002, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2265 East 103rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 568-4185
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 568-4185
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 90002, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 90002, CA include Kipp Ignite Academy and Kipp Philosophers Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 90002?
2 public charter schools are located in 90002.
What is the racial composition of students in 90002?
90002 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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