Best Public Schools in Zip Code 90241


Summary:

The 90241 zip code area of Downey, California is home to 8 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 4 high schools, and 0 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools in this area, with some standout institutions and areas of concern.

The top-performing high schools in the area are Downey High School and Warren (Earl) High School, both of which rank among the top 636 and 584 high schools in California, respectively. These schools boast high graduation rates, low dropout rates, and strong academic performance that exceeds the district and state averages. In contrast, Columbus (Christopher) High School struggles, with lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and significantly lower proficiency in core subjects.

At the middle school level, Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle School stands out as a relatively strong performer, with proficiency rates above the district and state averages. However, the data also reveals concerning levels of chronic absenteeism, particularly at the elementary and alternative school levels, which may be indicative of broader challenges in student engagement and attendance. The analysis suggests that factors such as school resources, student demographics, and socioeconomic status may play a significant role in shaping the academic outcomes of these schools within the Downey Unified district.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

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