Serving 1,264 students in grades 6-8, Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School's student population of 1,264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Colors
Light Blue and Dark Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Think, Share, Defend
School Rankings
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3824 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School's ranking?
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School is ranked #3824 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School often compared to?
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle School, Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School?
1,264 students attend Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School?
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School offer ?
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School part of?
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School is part of Downey Unified School District.
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