Millikan High

Millikan High sits in one of Long Beach's more residential, tree-lined pockets near the traffic circle area — a part of the city that feels a bit quieter than the neighborhoods closer to downtown, and draws families who want that suburban stability while staying connected to everything Long Beach has to offer. Academically, the school lands solidly in the middle-to-upper tier for California high schools, with math being a particular strength, and it carries a well-rounded reputation that appeals to families looking for a comprehensive public school experience rather than a hyper-specialized one. The Los Altos neighborhood surrounding it has a settled, community-feel that tends to attract parents who are invested in local schools and extracurriculars alike.