For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,501 students in 90603, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 90603 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90603, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90603, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 90603, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90603, CA include Murphy Ranch Elementary School, Leffingwell Elementary School and Jordan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90603?
3 public elementary schools are located in 90603.
What is the racial composition of students in 90603?
90603 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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