For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 387 students in 90402, CA (there are , serving 280 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 90402, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 90402, CA is Canyon Charter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 90402 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90402, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90402, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
421 Entrada Dr.
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 454-7510
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 454-7510
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90402, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90402, CA include Canyon Charter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90402?
1 public schools are located in 90402.
What percentage of students in 90402 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 90402 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90402?
90402 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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