For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,140 students in 90605, CA (there are , serving 198 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 90605, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90605, CA are Ocean View Elementary School, La Serna High School and East Whittier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 90605 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90605, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90605, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean View Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14359 East Second St.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 907-6400
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 907-6400
Gr: K-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
La Serna High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15301 East Youngwood Dr.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 2,385 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
East Whittier Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14421 East Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Gr: 6-8 | 1,051 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Mulberry Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14029 East Mulberry Dr.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7100
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7100
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13550 Lambert Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-2100
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-2100
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Lake Marie Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10001 Carmenita Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0208
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0208
Gr: K-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Loma Vista Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13463 East Meyer Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-4712
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-4712
Gr: K-6 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Richard L. Graves Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13243 East Los Nietos Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Sierra Vista High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9401 South Painter Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Carmela Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13300 Lakeland Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-2132
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-2132
Gr: K-6 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Frontier High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9401 South Painter Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
90605, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sierra Vista High Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9401 S. Painter Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90605, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90605, CA include Ocean View Elementary School, La Serna High School and East Whittier Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 90605?
11 public schools are located in 90605.
What percentage of students in 90605 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 90605 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90605?
90605 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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