Downey High School

Downey High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
11040 Brookshire Ave,  Downey, CA
Downey Unified School District
4.1
4.6
4,314 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tom Houts
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
166
Full Time Teachers
166
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
68.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
7
Equity
5
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
7.3%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
430:1

Student Diversity

Female
50%
Male
49.9%
Hispanic
88.9%
White
4.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Black
2.8%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#141 Niche Standout HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
California State University - Long Beach 983 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 850 Students
University of California - Irvine 732 Students
University of Southern California 548 Students
University of California - San Diego 535 Students
University of California - Berkeley 520 Students
California State University, Fullerton 504 Students
Cerritos College 424 Students
San Diego State University 377 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 358 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 304 Students
Business 264 Students
Biology 221 Students
Nursing 191 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 121 Students
Computer Science 99 Students
Political Science and Government 96 Students
Criminology 88 Students
Mechanical Engineering 84 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 80 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 654 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/25/2025
My experience at Downey high school has been great honestly. I've meet new people and got into many different things throughout the years. Volleyball has definitely been by far my best experience in highschool since it brought me happiness, play in a competitive environment and spend it with friends/teamates. I've never really had a bad experience at Downey highschool but I would like the food to improve a lil bit more but besides that it has been a great school and I'm glad I got to go to this school.
5.0 Senior
7/23/2025
I honestly love attending Downey High School. The school offers a variety of classes and clubs students can be a part of and expand their social circle. My worst experience from the school was communication with some teachers, however, the schools not really in control of that. I would like to see dances be more affordable because not everyone can afford a $50 dance ticket plus getting an outfit and everything that comes either dances.
5.0 Junior
6/12/2025
Downey high school has been a great place for me to say the least. I'm greatful enough to be in a community that gives me the ability to learn in an amazing environment. Downey High School is the place to be. #GoVikes
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GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/20/2024
Es una excelente escuela, tiene muy buenos maestros y muy bien preparados de acuerdo a cada nivel de clase, las clases AP's tienen maestros a nivel doctorado tal como debe de ser una clase universitaria, en las clases de honores tambien muy buenos maestros.Los consejeros tambien siempre estan a nues...
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5.0 parent
2/21/2023
Excelentes instalaciones, muy buenos maestros y un entorno estudiantil muy agradable.Estoy muy contenta con la educacion academica de mis hijas en esta escuela Downey High School.
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5.0 parent
1/29/2020
Awesome school have enjoyed my time there.
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1.0 parent
1/9/2020
Terrible. There is ongoing bullying, violence (on campus fights) that staff is unaware of, students who run in groups and start trouble that staff is aware of but they turn a bind eye to. The teachers and staff show up collect a paycheck & go home. There are a few instructors that really care but ve...
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Downey High School

Downey High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Downey, CA and is served by the Downey Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 4,314 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Downey High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 26. Discover additional schools in the area, like Warren High School, Legacy High School Complex, Paramount High School, and more. Learn more about what Downey has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Downey High School.

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