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#3881 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Warren (earl) High
High School · Downey Unified
8141 De Palma St., Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
3,471
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,471
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,881 of 9,539
In Downey
#10 of 23
public schools
In district
#10 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Warren (earl) High
High School in Downey · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Warren (earl) High
Warren (earl) High is a public high school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Warren (earl) High serves approximately 3,471 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren (earl) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Warren (earl) High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Warren (earl) High is a large school: 3,471 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.
Warren (earl) High runs 24.1:1 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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Warren (earl) High — Students at Warren (earl) High score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
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: 6.8/10.
How Warren (earl) High Compares
See how Warren (earl) 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
8141 De Palma St., Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Warren (earl) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Griffiths (Gordon) Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 0.7 mi | — |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Downey High Downey | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 1.3 mi | — |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 1.4 mi | — |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 1.5 mi | — |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
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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|---|---|
| Bell Gardens High Bell Gardens, CA | 6.8 |
| Burroughs High Burbank, CA | 6.8 |
| Chaparral High Temecula, CA | 6.8 |
| Colony High Ontario, CA | 6.8 |
| Franklin High Elk Grove, CA | 6.8 |
| Golden Valley High Bakersfield, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Warren (earl) High
What grades does Warren (earl) High serve?
Warren (earl) High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Warren (earl) High?
Warren (earl) High has an enrollment of approximately 3,471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren (earl) High?
The student-teacher ratio at Warren (earl) High is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Warren (earl) High rank in CA?
Warren (earl) High ranks #3,881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Warren (earl) High's MySchoolScout rating?
Warren (earl) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Warren (earl) High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren (earl) High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Warren (earl) High a charter school?
No, Warren (earl) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Warren (earl) High a Title I school?
No, Warren (earl) High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warren (earl) High?
70.0% of students at Warren (earl) 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
- 3,471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 144
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (562) 869-7306
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #10 of 20
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