Schools in 90266 — Manhattan Beach, California: 90266 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
90266 has 7 ranked schools in Manhattan Beach, averaging a Scope Score of 81.8/100 — 36.9 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 72.3 to 91.7, a 19.5-point spread. 7 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 90266 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Opal Robinson Elementary with a Scope Score of 92 and 67.0% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 57.9% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Schools in 90266 show an average grade 3-to-5 growth of +5.4 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 90266 averages 6.2%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 90266 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 90266 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90266 | Manhattan Beach | 7 | Strong 81.8/100 | — |
| 90265 | Malibu | 4 | Solid 57.5/100 | -24.3 |
| 90262 | Lynwood | 16 | Developing 39.7/100 | -42.0 |
| 90270 | Maywood | 6 | Developing 48.4/100 | -33.3 |
| 90260 | Lawndale | 13 | Developing 43.3/100 | -38.4 |
| 90272 | Pacific Palisades | 3 | Solid 67.0/100 | -14.8 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 90266
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All schools in 90266
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified High Ceiling | 67.0% | Strong 92/100 |
| 2 | Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified High Ceiling | 71.2% | Strong 89/100 |
| 3 | Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified High Ceiling | 61.1% | Strong 85/100 |
| 4 | Meadows Avenue Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified High Ceiling | 61.8% | Strong 80/100 |
| 5 | Grand View Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified High Ceiling | 53.1% | Strong 79/100 |
| 6 | Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach Unified Strong All-Around | 42.7% | Strong 75/100 |
| 7 | Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach Unified Strong All-Around | 48.3% | Strong 72/100 |
Schools in 90266 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology