Best Schools in Maywood, California
10 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Maywood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Maywood Center for Enriched Studies
High · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Loma Vista Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary
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 Maywood for 2026 are Maywood Center for Enriched Studies (8.0/10), Loma Vista Elementary (7.3/10), and Heliotrope Avenue Elementary (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$595,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$595,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Maywood schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Maywood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maywood Center for Enriched Studies | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Loma Vista Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Heliotrope Avenue Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Maywood Academy High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Maywood Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Fishburn Avenue Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Kipp Pueblo Unido | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | St Rose of Lima School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $61,753
- Median home value
- $595,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 30%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Maywood compares
California rank
#254 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
62% of California median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Maywood, California
Maywood, California is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Maywood 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 Maywood is Maywood Center for Enriched Studies with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Maywood is served by 2 school districts: KIPP Pueblo Unido District, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 420,218 students.
Maywood's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,753. The poverty rate in the area is 18.4%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | 487 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 3 | 455 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 421 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 5 | 289 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.7 | ||
| 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 Rose of Lima School
Private
100 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St. Rose of Lima Catholic
Private
79 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Maywood Christian School
Private
17 students · Kindergarten–8th | — | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,128 students · 6th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 956 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Maywood
Maywood, California · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,753
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
24,522
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Community Profile
Maywood has a median household income of $61,753. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $595,000, with a median rent of $1,469/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 8
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Maywood, California
How many schools are in Maywood, California?
Maywood has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Maywood, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Maywood is 6.5 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 Maywood, California?
The top-ranked school in Maywood on MySchoolScout is Maywood Center for Enriched Studies with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Maywood, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Maywood on MySchoolScout is Loma Vista Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Maywood, California?
The top-ranked high school in Maywood on MySchoolScout is Maywood Center for Enriched Studies with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Maywood, California?
Maywood is served by 2 school districts: Kipp Pueblo Unido District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Maywood, California?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Maywood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Maywood, California?
The median household income in Maywood is approximately $61,753 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Maywood, California?
Yes, Maywood has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Rose of Lima School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Maywood, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Maywood is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Maywood, 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.