Serving 3,936 students in grades 9-12, Downey High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Downey High School's student population of 3,936 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Downey High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downey High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3160 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downey High School's ranking?
Downey High School is ranked #3160 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Downey High School often compared to?
Downey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren (Earl) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downey High School?
The graduation rate of Downey High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downey High School?
3,936 students attend Downey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Downey High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downey High School?
Downey High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Downey High School offer ?
Downey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Downey High School part of?
Downey High School is part of Downey Unified School District.
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