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#6207 of 9,539 schools in CA
Columbus (christopher) High
High School · Downey Unified
12330 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,207 of 9,539
In Downey
#20 of 23
public schools
In district
#18 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Columbus (christopher) High
High School in Downey · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbus (christopher) High
Columbus (christopher) High is a public high school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Columbus (christopher) High serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus (christopher) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,207 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus (christopher) High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Columbus (christopher) High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
80% of students at Columbus (christopher) High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Columbus (christopher) High — Students at Columbus (christopher) High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Columbus (christopher) High Compares
See how Columbus (christopher) High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12330 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus (christopher) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downey High (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN BOSCO (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bellflower), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 0.0 mi | — |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 0.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 0.3 mi | — |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,375
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus (christopher) High
What grades does Columbus (christopher) High serve?
Columbus (christopher) High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Columbus (christopher) High?
Columbus (christopher) High has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus (christopher) High?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus (christopher) High is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus (christopher) High rank in CA?
Columbus (christopher) High ranks #6,207 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Columbus (christopher) High's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus (christopher) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbus (christopher) High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus (christopher) High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Columbus (christopher) High a charter school?
No, Columbus (christopher) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus (christopher) High a Title I school?
No, Columbus (christopher) High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbus (christopher) High?
76.8% of students at Columbus (christopher) High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.0%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3552
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.0%
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #18 of 20
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