For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,241 students in 90606, CA (there are 2 private schools, 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 Daniel Phelan Language Academy, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School and Pioneer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90606 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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 Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Daniel Phelan Language Academy
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7150 South Cully Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3210
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3210
Grades: K-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Grades: K-6
| 378 students
Rank: #33.
Pioneer High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10800 Ben Avon
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 698-8121
Grades: 9-12
| 1,072 students
Rank: #44.
West Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 362 students
Rank: #55.
Christian Sorensen Science Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11493 East Rosehedge Dr.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3220
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3220
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #66.
Katherine Edwards Mid Sch Steam & Dual Immersion Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6812 South Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3115
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3115
Grades: 6-8
| 894 students
Rank: #77.
Los Nietos Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11425 East Rivera Rd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 695-0637
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 695-0637
Grades: 7-8
| 263 students
Rank: #88.
Aeolian Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11600 Aeolian St.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 699-0913
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 699-0913
Grades: K-6
| 306 students
Rank: n/an/a
5777 Lockheed Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
90606, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Eastern Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
5777 South Lockheed Ave
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
7804 S. Thornlake Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: 3-5
| 269 students
Whittier Area Community Day (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5777 Lockheed Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: 6-8
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90606, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90606, CA include Daniel Phelan Language Academy, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School and Pioneer High 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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