Top 5 Best 90606 California Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,000 students in 90606, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90606, CA are Daniel Phelan Elementary School, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School 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 34% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% 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 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90606, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Daniel Phelan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7150 S. Cully Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3210
Grades: K-5
| 534 students
Rank: #22.
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8140 S. Vicki Dr.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-0615
Grades: K-6
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
West Whittier Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6411 S. Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3240
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Christian Sorensen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11493 E. Rosehedge Dr.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3220
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: #55.
Katherine Edwards Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6812 S. Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3115
Grades: 6-8
| 916 students
Rank: #66.
Aeolian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11600 Aeolian St.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 699-0913
Grades: K-6
| 327 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90606 California

90606, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
5777 South Lockheed Ave
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
7804 S. Thornlake Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: 3-5
| 269 students
5777 Lockheed Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: 6-8
| 11 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 90606, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90606, CA include Daniel Phelan Elementary School, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School 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 78% (majority Hispanic).

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