For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 592 students in 90061, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90061, CA are University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy and New Designs Charter School-watts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90061 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90061, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90061 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Designs Charter School-watts, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90061, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11227 South San Pedro St.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 241-4060
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 241-4060
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
New Designs Charter School-watts
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12714 South Avalon Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 418-0600
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 418-0600
Gr: 6-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center
Special Education School
14024 South San Pedro St.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(310) 324-6668
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(310) 324-6668
Gr: 12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
90061, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2166
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2166
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2172
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2172
Gr: 8-10 | 270 students Minority enrollment: 99%
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2150
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2150
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Sojourner Truth Continuation High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
11015 Avalon Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2171
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
13305 S. San Pedro St.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(310) 898-6050
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(310) 898-6050
Gr: 6-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90061, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90061, CA include University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy and New Designs Charter School-watts.
How many public high schools are located in 90061?
3 public high schools are located in 90061.
What is the racial composition of students in 90061?
90061 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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