Serving 35 students in grades 6-12, Nidorf Sytf Barry J. ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nidorf Sytf Barry J.'s student population of 35 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nidorf Sytf Barry J. is 0.43, 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
#8319 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nidorf Sytf Barry J.'s ranking?
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. is ranked #8319 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nidorf Sytf Barry J.?
The graduation rate of Nidorf Sytf Barry J. is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nidorf Sytf Barry J.?
35 students attend Nidorf Sytf Barry J..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Nidorf Sytf Barry J. students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nidorf Sytf Barry J.?
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nidorf Sytf Barry J. offer ?
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Nidorf Sytf Barry J. part of?
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. is part of Los Angeles County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Nidorf Sytf Barry J. located?
Nidorf Sytf Barry J. is located in the Sylmar neighborhood of Downey, CA.
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