Best Schools in Inglewood, California
42 schools · 28 Elementary · 5 Middle · 8 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Inglewood?
Use this page to compare every school in Inglewood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter
Elementary · Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood
Middle · Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy
Elementary · Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Inglewood for 2026 are Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter (8.7/10), Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood (8.6/10), and Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 28 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
42
24 public · 18 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$744,700
home value · ACS
Districts
9
serving the city
Schools
42
24 public · 18 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$744,700
home value · ACS
Districts
9
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 70% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Inglewood schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +20.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Inglewood schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Inglewood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (28 of 42). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | La Tijera K-8 Academy of Excellence Charter | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Century Community Charter | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Grace Hopper Stem Academy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 8 | City Honors International Preparatory High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Morningside High | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Slauson Learning Center | 6.0 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $73,834
- Median home value
- $744,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 39%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Inglewood compares
California rank
#511 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$74k
74% of California median
Schools in this city
28
About Schools in Inglewood, California
Inglewood's public school landscape spans 24 ranked schools with an average score of 6.1 out of 10 — a middling baseline that masks a sharp divide at the top. One in three schools (8 of 24, or 33%) score 7 or above, meaning parents who search actively will find strong options without leaving city limits.
Century Park Elementary leads the city with a 9.0 out of 10 — the highest score among Inglewood's ranked schools. Close behind, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter scores 8.6 and ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy scores 8.4, making the elementary tier the clearest concentration of high performers in the city.
Charter schools carry a heavy share of that upper tier. Four of the five top-rated schools in Inglewood operate as charters: Wilder's Prep, ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy, La Tijera K-8 Academy of Excellence Charter (7.5), and Environmental Charter Middle — Inglewood (8.1). That last school stands out as the highest-rated middle school in the ranked set, giving families a strong option at the critical transition grade. La Tijera's K-8 structure also offers continuity through both elementary and middle years under one roof, which reduces the search burden when younger kids age out of elementary.
For parents starting their search, the practical picture is this: Inglewood's 6.1 average reflects real variation across all 24 schools — don't assume proximity equals quality. The top third score well above that average, but the gap between those schools and the rest is wide. Charter enrollment typically requires applications and lottery deadlines; families targeting Wilder's Prep, ICEF, or La Tijera should research timelines well before the school year. The middle school years deserve particular attention — Environmental Charter Middle's 8.1 stands well above the city average and is the strongest transition option in the ranked field.
Elementary Schools
28 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 556 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 280 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 |
| 5 | 540 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.0 |
| 6 | 470 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.8 |
| 7 | 375 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.5 |
| 8 | 297 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.1 |
| 9 | 497 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.2 |
| 10 | 259 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.1 |
Show all 28 elementary schools in Inglewood
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 354 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 201 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 450 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 80 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 5 | 299 students · 7th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 346 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 483 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 778 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 4 | 342 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 5 | 71 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mary's Academy
Private
232 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Relentless or Nothing Institute
Private
30 students · 7th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 3 | Slauson Learning Center, No. 2
Private
56 students · Kindergarten–9th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slauson Learning Center
Private
98 students · 3rd–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Inglewood
Inglewood, California · 42 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$73,834
Median Home Value
$744,700
Median Rent
$1,755/mo
Population
103,080
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
39%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Community Profile
Inglewood has a median household income of $73,834. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $744,700, with a median rent of $1,755/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 28
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 8
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (9)
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle District
1 school · 201 students
Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood District
1 school · 354 students
ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy District
1 school · 402 students
Grace Hopper STEM Academy District
1 school · 80 students
New Opportunities Charter District
1 school · 342 students
Century Community Charter District
1 school · 450 students
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter District
1 school · 420 students
Inglewood Unified
16 schools · 7,011 students
Los Angeles Unified
785 schools · 419,929 students
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Inglewood, California
How many schools are in Inglewood, California?
Inglewood has 42 schools, including 24 public and 18 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Inglewood, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Inglewood is 5.3 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 Inglewood, California?
The top-ranked school in Inglewood on MySchoolScout is Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Inglewood, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Inglewood on MySchoolScout is Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Inglewood, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Inglewood on MySchoolScout is Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Inglewood, California?
The top-ranked high school in Inglewood on MySchoolScout is City Honors International Preparatory High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Inglewood, California?
Inglewood is served by 9 school districts: Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle District, Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood District, Icef Inglewood Elementary Charter Academy District, Grace Hopper Stem Academy District, New Opportunities Charter District, Century Community Charter District, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter District, Inglewood Unified, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Inglewood, California?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Inglewood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Inglewood, California?
The median household income in Inglewood is approximately $73,834 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Inglewood, California?
Yes, Inglewood has 18 private schools alongside 24 public schools. The top-rated private school is Slauson Learning Center with a score of 6.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Inglewood, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Inglewood is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Inglewood, 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.