For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 747 students in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier, CA.
The neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier, CA public schools have a diversity score of 0.17, which is less than the California public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter F. Dexter Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11532 East Floral Dr.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier, CA include Walter F. Dexter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier?
the neighborhood of South Montebello, Whittier public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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