Very Good
#2491 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Griffiths (gordon) Middle
Middle School · Downey Unified
9633 Tweedy Ln., Downey, CA 90240
Enrollment
1,291
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,291
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,491 of 9,539
In Downey
#5 of 23
public schools
In district
#5 of 20
Downey Unified
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Griffiths (gordon) Middle
Middle School in Downey · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Griffiths (gordon) Middle
Griffiths (gordon) Middle is a public middle school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Griffiths (gordon) Middle serves approximately 1,291 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Griffiths (gordon) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Griffiths (gordon) Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Griffiths (gordon) Middle runs 24.8:1 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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Griffiths (gordon) Middle — Students at Griffiths (gordon) Middle score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.2/10.
How Griffiths (gordon) Middle Compares
See how Griffiths (gordon) Middle 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
9633 Tweedy Ln., Downey, CA 90240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Griffiths (gordon) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Suva Intermediate (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bell Gardens), a more accessible option. Additionally, Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 0.7 mi | — |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 1.0 mi | — |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Garfield Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| St. Gertrude School Bell Gardens | 1.5 mi | — |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,860
Median Home Value
$764,200
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
25,326
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Griffiths (gordon) Middle
What grades does Griffiths (gordon) Middle serve?
Griffiths (gordon) Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Griffiths (gordon) Middle?
Griffiths (gordon) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Griffiths (gordon) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Griffiths (gordon) Middle is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Griffiths (gordon) Middle rank in CA?
Griffiths (gordon) Middle ranks #2,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Griffiths (gordon) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Griffiths (gordon) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Griffiths (gordon) Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Griffiths (gordon) Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Griffiths (gordon) Middle a charter school?
No, Griffiths (gordon) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Griffiths (gordon) Middle a Title I school?
No, Griffiths (gordon) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Griffiths (gordon) Middle?
65.7% of students at Griffiths (gordon) Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3580
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #5 of 20
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