Schools in 90603 — Whittier, California
90603 has 3 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 63.2 — 19.4 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 51.8 to 70.0, a 18.2-point spread. 1 school ranks in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 90603 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Murphy Ranch Elementary with a Scope Score of 70 and 44.0% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 38.0% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 90603 averages 9.0%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 90603 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 90603
Hidden gems: 1 school in 90603 is classified as Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 90603
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murphy Ranch Elementary East Whittier City Elementary Strong All-Around | 44.0% | Strong 70/100 |
| 2 | Leffingwell Elementary East Whittier City Elementary Building Momentum | 47.7% | Solid 68/100 |
| 3 | Jordan Elementary Lowell Joint Growth Engine | 22.4% | Solid 52/100 |
Schools in 90603 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 90603
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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