Lawndale High

Lawndale High sits in the heart of the South Bay, a dense and working-class corner of Los Angeles County where families are deeply rooted in the community. The school's science scores stand out noticeably compared to its other subjects, which could be a draw for students with interests in that direction — though overall academics land in the lower third statewide, so families with high academic expectations may want to weigh their options carefully. For families committed to the Lawndale neighborhood and looking for a school with some genuine strengths to build on, it's worth a closer look.