2025 Best School Districts in Compton, California
K-12 Schools
- Compton Unified School District
- Notable schools:
- Compton Early College High School
- Dominguez High School
- Centennial High School
- Notable schools:
- Top-performing charter schools:
- KIPP Compton Community School
- Today’s Fresh Start Charter School
Colleges and Universities
While Compton doesn’t have many higher education institutions within its city limits, there are several notable options in the surrounding area:
- Compton College
- A two-year community college offering associate degrees and certificates
- California State University, Dominguez Hills (nearby in Carson)
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs
- El Camino College (nearby in Torrance)
- A large community college with transfer programs to four-year universities
