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Nidorf Barry J.
High School · Los Angeles County Office of Education
9300 Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Nidorf Barry J.
Nidorf Barry J. is a public high school in Downey, CA, part of the Los Angeles County Office of Education. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.8:1. Students demonstrate 5% proficiency in math and 15% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,238, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Nidorf Barry J. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.8:1, Nidorf Barry J. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Address
- 9300 Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242
- Phone
- (818) 367-5942
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 3 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 5% (2021).
Location
9300 Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nidorf Barry J. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PUC Triumph Charter Academy and PUC Triumph Charter High (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank). Another option is JETS YESHIVAH (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Granada Hills). Additionally, PUC Lakeview Charter High (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank). For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY Sylmar | 0.5 mi | — |
| Herrick Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| K12 private academy Granada Hills | 1.3 mi | — |
| El Dorado Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PUC Triumph Charter Academy and PUC Triumph Charter High Burbank | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PUC Lakeview Charter High Burbank | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Van Gogh Charter Granada Hills | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| PARK MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Sylmar | 1.6 mi | — |
| POVERELLO OF ASSISI PRESCHOOL Sylmar | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| El Oro Way Charter For Enriched Studies Granada Hills | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Poverello of Assisi Preschool Sylmar | 1.8 mi | — |
| Knollwood Preparatory Academy Granada Hills | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Olive Vista Middle Sylmar | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Sylmar Leadership Academy Sylmar | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Robert Frost Middle Granada Hills | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Sylmar Elementary Sylmar | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| JETS Yeshivah Granada Hills | 2.6 mi | — |
| JETS YESHIVAH Granada Hills | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Didacus Sylmar | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,238
Median Home Value
$676,100
Median Rent
$1,874/mo
Population
40,983
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
52.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Nidorf Barry J. has a median household income of $83,238. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $676,100, with a median rent of $1,874/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nidorf Barry J.
What grades does Nidorf Barry J. serve?
Nidorf Barry J. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Nidorf Barry J.?
Nidorf Barry J. has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nidorf Barry J.?
The student-teacher ratio at Nidorf Barry J. is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Nidorf Barry J.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Nidorf Barry J. has 5.0% math proficiency and 15.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Nidorf Barry J. a charter school?
No, Nidorf Barry J. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nidorf Barry J. a Title I school?
No, Nidorf Barry J. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nidorf Barry J.?
82.4% of students at Nidorf Barry J. 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
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 367-5942
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,597
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $192,007
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