Leland Street Elementary

Tucked into the working-class waterfront community of San Pedro — LA's harbor neighborhood with a tight-knit, old-school feel that sets it apart from the rest of the city — Leland Street Elementary sits right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid neighborhood option for families rooted in the area. Academics are fairly balanced across English, math, and science, which tends to appeal to families looking for a stable, no-frills public school experience close to home. San Pedro itself has a strong sense of local identity, with a revitalizing downtown and easy access to the waterfront, and for families who love that community feel, Leland Street fits right into the fabric of the neighborhood.