For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,691 students in 90601, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,342 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 90601, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90601, CA are Wallen L. Andrews Elementary School, Mill Elementary School and Whittier High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90601 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 90601, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90601, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallen L. Andrews Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 S. Caraway Dr.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3140
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3140
Grades: K-8
| 609 students
Rank: #22.
Mill Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4030 S. Workman Mill Rd.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3190
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3190
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Rank: #33.
Whittier High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12417 E. Philadelphia St.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-8121
Grades: 9-12
| 1,802 students
Rank: #44.
Lou Henry Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6302 S. Alta Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3150
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3150
Grades: K-5
| 358 students
Rank: #55.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6005 S. Magnolia Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3180
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3180
Grades: K-5
| 498 students
Rank: #66.
Orange Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10626 E. Orange Grove Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3200
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3200
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
Rank: #77.
Walter F. Dexter Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11532 E. Floral Dr.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Grades: 6-8
| 747 students
90601, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12620 East Broadway
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
11850 E. Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Grades: 8-12
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90601, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90601, CA include Wallen L. Andrews Elementary School, Mill Elementary School and Whittier High School.
How many public schools are located in 90601, CA?
7 public schools are located in 90601, CA.
What percentage of students in 90601, CA go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 90601, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90601, CA?
90601, CA public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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