For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,241 students in 90606, CA (there are , serving 109 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 90606, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90606, CA are Ada S. Nelson Elementary School, Daniel Phelan Language Academy and West Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 90606 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90606, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90606, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8140 South Vicki Dr.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-0615
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-0615
Gr: K-6 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Daniel Phelan Language Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7150 South Cully Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3210
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3210
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
West Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6411 South Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3240
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3240
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10800 Ben Avon
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,072 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Christian Sorensen Science Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11493 East Rosehedge Dr.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3220
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3220
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Katherine Edwards Mid Sch Steam & Dual Immersion Academy
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6812 South Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3115
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3115
Gr: 6-8 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Los Nietos Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11425 East Rivera Rd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 695-0637
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 695-0637
Gr: 7-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #88.
Aeolian Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11600 Aeolian St.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 699-0913
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 699-0913
Gr: K-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Tri-cities Rop
Vocational School
10800 Ben Avon St. Unit E
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-9571
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-9571
Gr: 9-12
90606, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eastern Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
5777 South Lockheed Ave
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Gr: 6-12
7804 S. Thornlake Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Gr: 3-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Whittier Area Community Day (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5777 Lockheed Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Gr: 6-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90606, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90606, CA include Ada S. Nelson Elementary School, Daniel Phelan Language Academy and West Whittier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90606?
10 public schools are located in 90606.
What percentage of students in 90606 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 90606 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90606?
90606 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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