The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Los Angeles for 2026 are Clifford Street Elementary Math & Technology Magnet (9.7/10), Kentwood Elementary (9.7/10), and Richard Riordan Primary Center (9.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 316 elementary schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Los Angeles ranks 331 elementary schools, making it one of the most extensive school markets in the country. Sierra Vista Elementary leads the field with a 9.8/10 composite score, followed closely by Third Street Elementary and Charles H. Kim Elementary, both at 9.6. The competition at the top is tight, but the data tells a broader story: 220 schools — 66% of the ranked total — score 7 or higher, meaning strong options are distributed across the metro rather than concentrated in a handful of neighborhoods. The average composite score across all ranked schools sits at 7.4/10, a solid baseline that reflects genuine competition throughout the district. Use the table below to sort by score, location, or other factors that matter to your family. Filtering by neighborhood is a practical starting point, since a high-scoring school a few miles away may outperform a closer option you'd otherwise default to.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.7
- 29.7
- 39.7
- 49.4
- 59.4
- 69.4
- 79.4
- 89.3
- 99.3
- 109.3
All 316 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 316
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Clifford Street Elementary Math & Technology MagnetLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 131student-teacher ratio 18.7:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 2Kentwood ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 297student-teacher ratio 21.2:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 3Richard Riordan Primary CenterLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 146student-teacher ratio 18.2:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 4Glenfeliz Boulevard ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 201student-teacher ratio 18.3:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 5Soto Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 205student-teacher ratio 17.1:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 6Richland Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 252student-teacher ratio 21.0:1grades Kindergarten–7th
- 7Charles White ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 248student-teacher ratio 17.7:1grades 1st–5th
- 8Alexandria Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 503student-teacher ratio 18.6:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 9First Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 353student-teacher ratio 20.8:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 10Rosewood Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 232student-teacher ratio 17.8:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 11Short Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 405student-teacher ratio 22.5:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 12Toland Way ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 233student-teacher ratio 16.6:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 13One Hundred Twenty-Second Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 598student-teacher ratio 19.9:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 14Atwater Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 317student-teacher ratio 17.6:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 15Charnock Road ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 286student-teacher ratio 17.9:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 16Dahlia Heights ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 397student-teacher ratio 24.8:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 17Euclid Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 617student-teacher ratio 19.9:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 18Hillside ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 101student-teacher ratio 14.4:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 19Ivanhoe ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 432student-teacher ratio 24.0:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 20Loreto Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 258student-teacher ratio 16.1:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 21Saturn Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 278student-teacher ratio 18.5:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 22Sixty-First Street ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 616student-teacher ratio 19.2:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 23Vermont Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 356student-teacher ratio 20.9:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 24Vernon City ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 135student-teacher ratio 19.3:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 25Weigand Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles Unifiedstudents 309student-teacher ratio 22.1:1grades Kindergarten–5th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and California education department. Rankings are relative to all public elementary schools in California. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Clifford Street Elementary Math & Technology Magnet
Los Angeles Unified
131 students · 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.6
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 9.5
- 2
Kentwood Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
297 students · 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 9.1
- 3
Richard Riordan Primary Center
Los Angeles Unified
146 students · 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.6
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 9.3
- 4
Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
201 students · 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 9.2
- 5
Soto Street Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
205 students · 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 9.4
- 6
Richland Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
252 students · 21.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–7th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.6
- Environment
- 9.1
- 7
Charles White Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
248 students · 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 1st–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 9.3
- 8
Alexandria Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
503 students · 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.8
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 9.1
- 9
First Street Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
353 students · 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 8.7
- 10
Rosewood Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Unified
232 students · 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 9.1
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Los Angeles, California?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Clifford Street Elementary Math & Technology Magnet is the top-rated elementary school in Los Angeles with a composite score of 9.7/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many elementary schools are in Los Angeles, California?
Los Angeles has 505 elementary schools, including 75 charter schools. Of these, 416 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Los Angeles?
Among 416 Los Angeles elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 7.0/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in California).
How does MySchoolScout rate elementary schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within California, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in California, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Los Angeles elementary school rankings?
Los Angeles has 75 charter elementary schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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