Pico-Union, Los Angeles, CA
Pico-Union at a Glance
Pico-Union is ranked #95 of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall score of 2.4/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (4.9/5). It ranks 79th of 104 in Los Angeles for schools. The trade-offs are safety (1.9/5) and schools (2.6/5).
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Pico-Union Amenities
Near good merchants4.9
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 1 (1)
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Schools Serving Pico-Union
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Open World Academy K-12 | Primary | K-12 | |
| UCLA Community K-12 | Primary | K-12 | |
| Hoover Street Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Magnolia Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Norwood Street Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Tenth Street Elementary | Primary | 1-5 | |
| Leo Politi Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| MacArthur Park Elementary School for the Visual and Performing Arts | Primary | K-5 | |
| John H. Liechty Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Young Oak Kim Academy | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Ambassador-Global Leadership | Middle | 6-12 | |
| John Adams Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Berendo Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Santee Education Complex | High | 9-12 | |
| School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex | High | 9-12 | |
| Contreras Learning Center-Los Angeles School of Global Studies | High | 9-12 | |
| West Adams Preparatory High | High | 9-12 | |
| Edward R. Roybal Learning Center | High | 9-12 | |
| Contreras Learning Center-Academic Leadership Community | High | 9-12 | |
| Los Angeles High School of the Arts | High | 9-12 | |
| School for the Visual Arts and Humanities | High | 9-12 | |
| Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts | High | 9-12 | |
| Dr. Maya Angelou Community High | High | 9-12 | |
| Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice | High | 9-12 | |
| Nava College Preparatory Academy | High | 9-12 | |
| Belmont Senior High | High | 9-12 | |
| Thomas Jefferson Senior High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Pico-Union FAQs
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Is Pico-Union a good place to live?
Pico-Union ranks 95th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall Houseberry score of 2.4 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (4.9/5). The trade-offs are safety (1.9/5) and schools (2.6/5).
Is Pico-Union safe?
Pico-Union, Los Angeles scores 1.9 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 94th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Which schools serve Pico-Union?
Schools serving Pico-Union, Los Angeles include New Open World Academy K-12 (2.2/5), UCLA Community K-12 (2.3/5), Hoover Street Elementary (4.0/5), Magnolia Avenue Elementary (2.7/5) and Norwood Street Elementary (2.0/5). 22 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Pico-Union?
Pico-Union, Los Angeles receives 82% of its possible sunshine, 9th of 98 in Los Angeles. Summer days run 63° to 80°F and winter days 49° to 68°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 15 inches a year.
Is Pico-Union walkable to shops and restaurants?
Pico-Union, Los Angeles scores 4.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 1.0 out of 5, 18th of 104 in Los Angeles.
What is Pico-Union known for?
Pico-Union, Los Angeles scores highest on nearby merchants (4.9/5).
How does Pico-Union compare to other Los Angeles neighborhoods?
Pico-Union ranks 95th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles. It ranks 79th of 104 in Los Angeles for schools (2.6/5) and scores lowest on safety (1.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Los Angeles are Pacific Palisades and Mandeville Canyon.
What are the downsides of living in Pico-Union?
Pico-Union, Los Angeles scores lowest on safety (1.9/5) and schools (2.6/5).
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