Very Good
#2708 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Downey High
High School · Downey Unified
11040 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
3,936
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,936
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,708 of 9,539
In Downey
#6 of 23
public schools
In district
#6 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Downey High
Downey High is a public high school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Downey High serves approximately 3,936 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Downey High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,708 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Downey High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Downey High is a large school: 3,936 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Downey High runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Downey High — Students at Downey High score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.5/10.
How Downey High Compares
See how Downey 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
11040 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downey High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Warren (Earl) High (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Columbus (Christopher) High (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 0.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 0.7 mi | — |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
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 Downey High
What grades does Downey High serve?
Downey High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Downey High?
Downey High has an enrollment of approximately 3,936 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downey High?
The student-teacher ratio at Downey High is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Downey High rank in CA?
Downey High ranks #2,708 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Downey High's MySchoolScout rating?
Downey High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Downey High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downey High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Downey High a charter school?
No, Downey High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downey High a Title I school?
No, Downey High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Downey High?
66.5% of students at Downey 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,936
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 165
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (562) 869-7301
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #6 of 20
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