Schools in 90274 — Rolling Hills Estates, California
90274 has 7 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 77.7 — 33.9 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 65.2 to 87.1, a 21.8-point spread. 6 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 90274 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Palos Verdes Peninsula High with a Scope Score of 87 and 57.8% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 51.3% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Strong growth trajectory: Schools in 90274 show an average grade 3-to-5 improvement of +6.7 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 90274 averages 10.7%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 90274 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 90274
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All schools in 90274
| # | School | Score | County | Exceeded | Met+ | Absent | Susp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palos Verdes Peninsula High Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified High Ceiling | 87 | Los Angeles | 57.8% | 82.4% | 14.1% | 1.1% |
| 2 | Palos Verdes High Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified Strong All-Around | 82 | Los Angeles | 44.8% | 69.6% | 15.1% | 1.0% |
| 3 | Montemalaga Elementary Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified High Ceiling | 79 | Los Angeles | 60.1% | 83.0% | 11.0% | 0.6% |
| 4 | Rancho Vista Elementary Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified High Ceiling | 78 | Los Angeles | 59.3% | 80.9% | 9.9% | 0.2% |
| 5 | Lunada Bay Elementary Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified High Ceiling | 76 | Los Angeles | 50.1% | 76.8% | 7.8% | 1.5% |
| 6 | Palos Verdes Intermediate Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified Strong All-Around | 76 | Los Angeles | 48.4% | 77.8% | 10.5% | 1.0% |
| 7 | Dapplegray Elementary Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified Strong All-Around | 65 | Los Angeles | 38.5% | 71.7% | 6.4% | 0.5% |
Schools in 90274 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
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