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Woodruff Academy
High School · Downey Unified
12330 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Woodruff Academy
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About Woodruff Academy
Woodruff Academy is a public high school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Woodruff Academy serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Woodruff Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Woodruff Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 12330 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90241
- Website
- dusd.net/columbus
- Phone
- (562) 904-3552
- 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 (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: N/A.
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 Woodruff Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downey High (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is ST JOHN BOSCO (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bellflower). Additionally, Columbus (Christopher) High (rated 5.6/10). For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| 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 Woodruff Academy
What grades does Woodruff Academy serve?
Woodruff Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Woodruff Academy?
Woodruff Academy has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodruff Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodruff Academy is 15:1. 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 Woodruff Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodruff Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Woodruff Academy a charter school?
No, Woodruff Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodruff Academy a Title I school?
No, Woodruff Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodruff Academy?
80.0% of students at Woodruff Academy 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 904-3552
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
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