For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 8,127 students in 90241, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90241, CA are Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center, Woodruff Academy and Downey High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90241 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90241, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90241 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Downey High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90241, CA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9625 Van Ruiten St.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3571
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3571
Grades: 7-10
| 18 students
Rank: #22.
Woodruff Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12330 Woodruff Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3552
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3552
Grades: 7-12
| 8 students
Rank: #33.
Downey High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11040 Brookshire Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7301
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7301
Grades: 9-12
| 4,314 students
Rank: #44.
Warren (Earl) High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8141 De Palma St.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7306
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7306
Grades: 9-12
| 3,451 students
Rank: #55.
Columbus (Christopher) High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12330 Woodruff Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3552
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3552
Grades: 10-12
| 336 students
90241, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rancho Los Amigos Hospital (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
P.o. Box 7017
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3579
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3579
Grades: K-12
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90241, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90241, CA include Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center, Woodruff Academy and Downey High School.
How many public high schools are located in 90241, CA?
5 public high schools are located in 90241, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in 90241, CA?
90241, CA public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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