For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,166 students in 90601, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 90601, CA are Wallen L. Andrews and Walter F. Dexter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90601 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90601, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90601, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallen L. Andrews
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 South Caraway Dr.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3140
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3140
Grades: K-8
| 539 students
Rank: #22.
Walter F. Dexter Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11532 East Floral Dr.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Grades: 6-8
| 627 students
90601, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12620 East Broadway
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3170
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
11850 E. Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 698-6781
Grades: 8-12
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90601, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90601, CA include Wallen L. Andrews and Walter F. Dexter Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90601?
2 public middle schools are located in 90601.
What is the racial composition of students in 90601?
90601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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