For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,834 students in 90606, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90606 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90606, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90606, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
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 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 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 | 507 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 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
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 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Katherine Edwards Mid School 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: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
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 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
90606, California Public 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 elementary schools in 90606, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90606, CA include Ada S. Nelson Elementary School, Daniel Phelan Language Academy and West Whittier Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90606?
6 public elementary schools are located in 90606.
What is the racial composition of students in 90606?
90606 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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