For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,020 students in 90605, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 90605, CA are La Serna High School, Sierra Vista High (Alternative) and Frontier High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90605 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90605, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90605 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Serna High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90605, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Serna High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15301 Youngwood Dr.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 2,372 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
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 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
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 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
90605, California Public 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%
11200 Telechron Ave
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-6467
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-6467
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90605, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90605, CA include La Serna High School, Sierra Vista High (Alternative) and Frontier High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 90605?
3 public high schools are located in 90605.
What is the racial composition of students in 90605?
90605 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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