For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,501 students in 90603, CA (there are , serving 684 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 90603, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90603, CA are Murphy Ranch Elementary School, Leffingwell Elementary School and Jordan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 90603 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90603, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90603, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Murphy Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16021 Janine Dr.
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 789-2150
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 789-2150
Grades: K-5
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Leffingwell Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10625 South Santa Gertrudes
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 907-6300
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 907-6300
Grades: K-5
| 542 students
Rank: #33.
Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10654 Jordan Rd.
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 902-4221
Whittier, CA 90603
(562) 902-4221
Grades: K-6
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90603, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90603, CA include Murphy Ranch Elementary School, Leffingwell Elementary School and Jordan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90603?
3 public schools are located in 90603.
What percentage of students in 90603 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 90603 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90603?
90603 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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