For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 2,969 students in 90242, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90242, CA are Rockey Glenn Camp, Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School and Sussman (Edward A.) Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90242 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90242, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90242, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockey Glenn Camp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 North Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 599-8435
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 599-8435
Gr: 7-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11985 Old River School Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3565
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3565
Gr: 6-8 | 1,329 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sussman (Edward A.) Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12500 Birchdale Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3572
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3572
Gr: 6-8 | 1,240 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Road To Success Academy At Campus Kilpatrick Sdf
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
427 South Encinal Canyon Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 889-1225
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 889-1225
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Afflerbaugh-paige Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6621 North Stephens Ranch Rd.
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 593-4926
Downey, CA 90242
(909) 593-4926
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Central Juvenile Hall
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1605 Eastlake Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 225-4362
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 225-4362
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Kirby Dorothy Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 South Mcdonnell Ave.
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 263-5106
Downey, CA 90242
(323) 263-5106
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Nidorf Sytf Barry J.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16350 Filbert St.
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 367-5942
Downey, CA 90242
(818) 367-5942
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7285 East Quill Dr.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-6648
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-6648
Gr: 6-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90242, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90242, CA include Rockey Glenn Camp, Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School and Sussman (Edward A.) Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90242?
9 public middle schools are located in 90242.
What is the racial composition of students in 90242?
90242 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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