For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,291 students in 90240, CA.
The top ranked public middle school in 90240, CA is Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 90240 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90240, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90240, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9633 Tweedy Ln.
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
Grades: 6-8
| 1,291 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90240, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90240, CA include Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90240?
1 public middle schools are located in 90240.
What is the racial composition of students in 90240?
90240 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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