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Schools in 91030 — South Pasadena, California: 91030 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.

91030 has 5 ranked schools in South Pasadena, averaging a Scope Score of 78.6/100 — 33.8 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 74.7 to 83.9, a 9.2-point spread. 5 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.

Avg Scope Score
78.6
State avg: 44.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
9.2
74.7 – 83.9
Avg Exceeded %
58.4%
State avg: 21.3%
Chronic Absenteeism
6.3%
State avg: 17.9%
Schools Ranked
5
With Scope Scores

How 91030 schools perform

The top-ranked school is Marengo Elementary with a Scope Score of 84 and 66.9% of students exceeding standard.

These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 58.4% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.

Chronic absenteeism across 91030 averages 6.3%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.

How 91030 compares to nearby zip codes

ZipCitySchoolsAvg Scorevs 91030
91030South Pasadena5Strong
78.6/100
91040Sunland3Solid
50.3/100
-28.3

Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.

School archetypes in 91030

5 High Ceiling

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

For the data nerds

All schools in 91030

ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP

#SchoolExceededScore
1Marengo Elementary
South Pasadena Unified High Ceiling
66.9%Strong
84/100
2South Pasadena Middle
South Pasadena Unified High Ceiling
58.0%Strong
82/100
3Monterey Hills Elementary
South Pasadena Unified High Ceiling
52.0%Strong
76/100
4South Pasadena Senior High
South Pasadena Unified High Ceiling
55.2%Strong
76/100
5Arroyo Vista Elementary
South Pasadena Unified High Ceiling
59.8%Strong
75/100
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025 · 5 schools in 91030Methodology · Explore all schools

Schools in 91030 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.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about 91030

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

Frequently asked questions

Are the schools in 91030 (South Pasadena) good?
91030 has 5 ranked schools in South Pasadena, averaging a Scope Score of 78.6/100 — 33.8 points above the state average. 58.4% of students exceed the state standard on average. Data source: California Department of Education CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in 91030?
The highest-scoring school in zip code 91030 is Marengo Elementary with a Scope Score of 84/100 and 66.9% of students exceeding the state standard. See full methodology.
How do 91030 schools compare to the state average?
Schools in zip code 91030 average a Scope Score of 78.6/100 — 33.8 points above the state average of 44.8. The exceeded rate averages 58.4% vs. 21.3% statewide.
How many schools are in zip code 91030?
Zip code 91030 has 5 ranked schools with Scope Scores. Schools are ranked using a weighted composite of CAASPP test performance, growth trajectory, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rate. Schools with insufficient testing data are not ranked.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on seven dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade 3–5 growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, ELPAC English Learner proficiency, and baseline proficiency. Full methodology and weights.