Schools in 90405 — Santa Monica, California: 90405 students aren't just reaching proficiency — many go beyond it.
90405 has 5 ranked schools in Santa Monica, averaging a Scope Score of 51.6/100 — 9.7 points above the state average of 41.8 (a state average weighted to 90405's own mix of school levels; CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 24.7 to 81.7, a 57.1-point spread. 1 school ranks in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 90405 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Santa Monica High with a Scope Score of 82 and 46.3% of students exceeding standard.
Students here are going past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 31.5% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 20.2%, itself weighted to 90405's own level mix.
Chronic absenteeism across 90405 averages 21.2%, above the state average of 19.0%, weighted to 90405's own level mix. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 90405 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Miles | Schools | Avg Score | vs 90405 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90405 | Santa Monica | — | 5 | 51.6/100 | — |
| 90291 | Venice | 1.3 | 4 | 65.9/100 | +14.3 |
| 90403 | Santa Monica | 1.8 | 3 | 69.9/100 | +18.3 |
| 90066 | Los Angeles | 2.6 | 12 | 52.9/100 | +1.4 |
| 90025 | Los Angeles | 2.7 | 5 | 48.7/100 | -2.8 |
| 90064 | Los Angeles | 2.8 | 5 | 55.6/100 | +4.0 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 90405
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All schools in 90405
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
Elementary Schools (3)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grant Elementary Santa Monica-Malibu Unified | 46.0% | 88th percentile · StrongScope Score 61/100 |
| 2 | Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified | 31.4% | 76th percentile · StrongScope Score 50/100 |
| 3 | Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica-Malibu Unified | 25.0% | 65th percentile · SolidScope Score 42/100 |
Middle Schools (1)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Adams Middle Santa Monica-Malibu Unified | 28.2% | 77th percentile · StrongScope Score 49/100 |
High Schools (2)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Monica High Santa Monica-Malibu Unified | 46.3% | 96th percentile · StrongScope Score 82/100 |
| 2 | Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified continuation high school | 11.9% | 54th percentile · SolidWithin its own school classScope Score 25/100 |
Schools in 90405 on the map
Open these schools 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