For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,906 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90606, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-6
| 378 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 503 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 362 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #55.
Katherine Edwards Mid Sch 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
Grades: 6-8
| 894 students
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
Grades: K-6
| 306 students
90606, California ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Eastern Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
5777 South Lockheed Ave
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 692-1497
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
7804 S. Thornlake Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
Grades: 3-5
| 269 students
Whittier Area Community Day (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5777 Lockheed Ave.
Whittier, CA 90606
(562) 789-3230
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 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
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