Best Schools in Cudahy, California
5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Cudahy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jaime Escalante Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Teresa Hughes Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cudahy for 2026 are Jaime Escalante Elementary (8.2/10), Teresa Hughes Elementary (7.8/10), and Ellen Ochoa Learning Center (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$542,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$542,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cudahy schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cudahy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaime Escalante Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Teresa Hughes Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Ellen Ochoa Learning Center | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Elizabeth Learning Center | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Park Avenue Elementary | 3.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $56,824
- Median home value
- $542,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 21%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cudahy compares
California rank
#216 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
57% of California median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Cudahy, California
Cudahy, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Cudahy show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cudahy is Jaime Escalante Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cudahy is served by 1 school district: Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 419,929 students.
Cudahy's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,824. The poverty rate in the area is 23.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 492 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 538 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 1,142 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 285 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,322 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Cudahy
Cudahy, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Community Profile
Cudahy has a median household income of $56,824. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $542,800, with a median rent of $1,623/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cudahy, California
How many schools are in Cudahy, California?
Cudahy has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cudahy, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cudahy is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cudahy, California?
The top-ranked school in Cudahy on MySchoolScout is Jaime Escalante Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cudahy, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cudahy on MySchoolScout is Jaime Escalante Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Cudahy, California?
Cudahy is served by 1 school district: Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Cudahy, California?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Cudahy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cudahy, California?
The median household income in Cudahy is approximately $56,824 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cudahy, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cudahy is 20.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cudahy, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.