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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle

Downey Unified · Los Angeles County · 10301 South Woodruff Avenue, Downey, CA 90241-2944

(562) 904-3586

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7/10
#440
Rank 440 out of 1,315
Top 33%
English Language Arts7/10 · #435 · 67th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #512 · 61st percentile
Science8/10 · #354 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Doty Middle School sits in Downey, a tight-knit suburban city in southeast LA County that feels like a real neighborhood in the best sense — established, family-focused, and proud of its roots. Scores here land solidly above average across English, math, and science, making it a dependable choice for families who want a well-rounded middle school experience without the chaos of more overcrowded urban campuses. It's a good fit for families planting roots in Downey who value a school that's part of the community fabric, not just a building kids pass through.

Student Demographics

1,252 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
1,103 (88%)
White
85 (7%)
Asian
20 (2%)
Other
45 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners249 (20%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged985 (79%)
Students with Disabilities177 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,304
Enrollment
55.1
Teachers (FTE)
23.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
33
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #538 · 61st percentile

122 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found