For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,469 students in 90605, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90605, CA are East Whittier Middle School and Richard L. Graves Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90605 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90605, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90605, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Whittier Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14421 East Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 789-7220
Gr: 6-8 | 985 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Richard L. Graves Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13243 East Los Nietos Rd.
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Whittier, CA 90605
(562) 944-0135
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90605, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90605, CA include East Whittier Middle School and Richard L. Graves Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90605?
2 public middle schools are located in 90605.
What is the racial composition of students in 90605?
90605 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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