For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,282 students in 90605, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 198 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 90605, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 90605, CA are Ocean View Elementary School, La Serna High School and East Whittier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90605 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90605, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90605, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ocean View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14359 E. Second St.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 907-6400
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 907-6400
Grades: K-5
| 639 students
Rank: #22.
La Serna High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15301 E. Youngwood Dr.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Grades: 9-12
| 2,410 students
Rank: #33.
East Whittier Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14421 E. Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Grades: 6-8
| 1,056 students
Rank: #44.
Mulberry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14029 E. Mulberry Dr.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7100
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7100
Grades: K-5
| 489 students
Rank: #55.
Laurel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Lambert Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-2100
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-2100
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #66.
Loma Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13463 E. Meyer Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-4712
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-4712
Grades: K-6
| 402 students
Rank: #77.
Richard L. Graves Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13243 E. Los Nietos Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Grades: 6-8
| 495 students
Rank: #88.
Lake Marie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10001 Carmenita Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0208
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0208
Grades: K-6
| 181 students
Rank: #99.
Sierra Vista High (Alternative)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9401 S. Painter Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Grades: 9-12
| 324 students
Rank: #1010.
Carmela Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13300 Lakeland Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-2132
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 941-2132
Grades: K-6
| 347 students
Rank: #1111.
Frontier High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9401 S. Painter Ave.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 698-8121
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
90605, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 488 students
11200 Telechron Ave
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-6467
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-6467
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90605, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90605, CA include Ocean View Elementary School, La Serna High School and East Whittier Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 90605?
11 public schools are located in 90605.
What percentage of students in 90605 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 90605 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90605?
90605 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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