For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,710 students in 90601, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in 90601, CA is Whittier High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 90601 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90601, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90601 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whittier High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90601, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittier High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12417 East Philadelphia St.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-8121
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-8121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,710 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
90601, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12620 East Broadway
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Minority enrollment: 92%
11850 E. Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Gr: 8-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 90601, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 90601, CA include Whittier High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90601?
1 public high schools are located in 90601.
What is the racial composition of students in 90601?
90601 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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