For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 788 students in 90404, CA (there are , serving 2,295 private students). 26% of all K-12 students in 90404, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90404, CA are Edison Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90404 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90404, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90404, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2402 Virginia Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 828-0335
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 828-0335
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2401 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 828-5011
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 828-5011
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
90404, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Smmusd Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1401 Olympic St.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 581-5739
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 581-5739
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90404, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90404, CA include Edison Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90404?
3 public schools are located in 90404.
What percentage of students in 90404 go to public school?
26% of all K-12 students in 90404 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90404?
90404 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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