For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,533 students in 90603, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 715 private students). 68% 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.
Public 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90603, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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
Gr: K-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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
Gr: K-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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?
68% 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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