Cabrillo High

Cabrillo High sits in the western corner of Long Beach, serving a tight-knit, working-class community where families are deeply rooted in the neighborhood. The school faces real academic challenges — scoring in the single digits for science and near the bottom statewide overall — but it's part of the Long Beach Unified system, which has a reputation for strong district-level support and resources. Families in the 90810 zip code who are weighing their options may want to explore magnet programs or open enrollment opportunities within the district, as the surrounding area offers a mix of industrial and residential blocks that's more utilitarian than the beachside neighborhoods Long Beach is often known for.