Top 5 Best 90242 California Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 372 students in 90242, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90242, CA are Rockey Glenn Camp, Kirby Dorothy Camp and Afflerbaugh-paige Camp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90242 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90242, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90242 have a Graduation Rate of 27%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Road To Success Academy At Campus Kilpatrick, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90242, CA Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rockey Glenn Camp
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1900 N. Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 599-8435
Grades: 7-12
| 22 students
Rank: #22.
Kirby Dorothy Camp
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 S. Mcdonnell Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 263-5106
Grades: 7-12
| 39 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Afflerbaugh-paige Camp
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6621 N. Stephens Ranch Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 593-4926
Grades: 7-12
| 30 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Central Juvenile Hall
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1605 E.lake Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 225-4362
Grades: 6-12
| 138 students
Rank: #55.
Road To Success Academy At Campus Kilpatrick
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
427 S. Encinal Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 889-1225
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Nidorf Barry J.
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
16350 Filbert St.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 367-5942
Grades: 6-12
| 143 students
Rank: n/an/a
Los Angeles County Rop
Vocational School
9300 Imperial Hwy. Clark Bldg.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 922-6850
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90242 California

90242, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
12830 Columbia Way
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-8203
Grades: K-12
| 53 students
1301 N. Las Virgenes Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 222-1130
Grades: 7-12
| 38 students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 723-1155
Grades: 7-12
| 49 students
9300 Imperial Hwy.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-8306
Grades: K-12
| 208 students
7285 E. Quill Dr.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-6648
Grades: 6-12
| 143 students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 723-1155
Grades: 7-12
| 34 students
42230 N. Lake Hughes Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 724-1351
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
433 S. Encinal Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 889-5938
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
42220 N. Lake Hughes Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 724-1314
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 723-1155
Grades: 7-12
| 23 students
4900 Serrania Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 340-6305
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
11600 Eldrige Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 897-6213
Grades: 7-12
| 16 students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 940-4211
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 723-1155
Grades: 7-12
| 43 students
28700 Bouquet Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 296-8444
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
28750 Bouquet Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 296-5957
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
5300 W. Ave. L
Downey, CA 90242
(661) 723-1155
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 90242, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90242, CA include Rockey Glenn Camp, Kirby Dorothy Camp and Afflerbaugh-paige Camp.
How many public high schools are located in 90242?
7 public high schools are located in 90242.
What is the racial composition of students in 90242?
90242 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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