For the 2026 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 37% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9633 Tweedy Ln.
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
Gr: 6-8 | 1,291 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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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