Rio Hondo Elementary School

Rio Hondo Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
7731 Muller St,  Downey, CA
Downey Unified School District
3.7
745 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Lisa Rawlings
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
47%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
19.7%
State Average
17.9%
Science
7.5%
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.

Student Diversity

Male
53.9%
Female
46.1%
Hispanic
90.5%
White
4.7%
Black
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 6 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/14/2025
So, on the first day of school (8/14/25), we got there 5 minutes late because of traffic and nowhere to park. When we finally arrived, there was this long line of like 20-30 parents outside the locked gated entrance. I asked one of the staff why dropping kids off had to be so complicated. She said t...
2.0 parent
10/24/2024
The staff from the front office have the worst attitude.
5.0 parent
4/14/2015
I love Rio Hondo. The new principal is doing a wonderful job. Ms. Roddy is an amazing teacher!!!
5.0 teacher
6/21/2014
I have taught at RIo Hondo for over 20 years. I love my school, my staff and the parents. I look forward to change this next year and hope to see our rating skyrocket!

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Rio Hondo Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Downey, CA and is served by the Downey Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 745 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Rio Hondo Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Downey High School, Warren High School, Legacy High School Complex, and more. Learn more about what Downey has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Rio Hondo Elementary School.

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