Best Schools in Lake Balboa, California
13 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lake Balboa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lemay Street Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Anatola Avenue Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
Other · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lake Balboa for 2026 are Lemay Street Elementary (9.4/10), Anatola Avenue Elementary (8.8/10), and Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$765,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$765,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.4/10 despite 90% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Lake Balboa schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lake Balboa schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Balboa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemay Street Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Anatola Avenue Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Bassett Street Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Birmingham Community Charter High | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | William Mulholland Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Cohasset Street Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | High Tech La | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Independence Continuation | 5.9 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $76,653
- Median home value
- $765,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 39%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Balboa compares
California rank
#61 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
77% of California median
Schools in this city
12
Los Angeles Unified runs 82% of Lake Balboa's public schools
Lake Balboa touches 3 districts, but Los Angeles Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Los Angeles Unified accounts for 9 of 11 public schools (82%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 9.4 — the spread is inside Lake Balboa, not a citywide average.
- Los Angeles Unified9 public · 82%
- Birmingham Community Charter High District1 public · 9%
- High Tech La District1 public · 9%
About Schools in Lake Balboa, California
Lake Balboa, California is home to 13 schools, including 11 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Lake Balboa perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lake Balboa is Lemay Street Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Balboa is served by 3 school districts: Birmingham Community Charter High District, High Tech LA District, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 423,382 students.
Lake Balboa's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,653. The poverty rate in the area is 18.0%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 336 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 | ||
| 2 | 257 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 3 | 610 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 4 | 489 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 285 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Bridget of SwedenPrivate 87 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | The City SchoolPrivate 30 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,003 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,090 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 224 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 363 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 119 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 586 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Lake Balboa
Lake Balboa, California · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
39%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
18.0%
Community Profile
Lake Balboa has a median household income of $76,653. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $765,000, with a median rent of $1,859/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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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 Lake Balboa, California
How many schools are in Lake Balboa, California?
Lake Balboa has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Balboa, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Balboa is 7.2 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 Lake Balboa, California?
The top-ranked school in Lake Balboa on MySchoolScout is Lemay Street Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Balboa, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Balboa on MySchoolScout is Lemay Street Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Lake Balboa, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Lake Balboa on MySchoolScout is William Mulholland Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Lake Balboa, California?
The top-ranked high school in Lake Balboa on MySchoolScout is Birmingham Community Charter High with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Balboa, California?
Lake Balboa is served by 3 school districts: Birmingham Community Charter High District, High Tech La District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Lake Balboa, California?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Lake Balboa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Balboa, California?
The median household income in Lake Balboa is approximately $76,653 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lake Balboa, California?
Yes, Lake Balboa has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Bridget of Sweden with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Balboa, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Balboa is 18.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Balboa, 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.