Griffiths (Gordon) Middle

1,264 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Griffiths Middle School, located in Downey, California, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the Downey Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a structured academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while preparing students for the transition to high school. With a commitment to both academic achievement and personal growth, the campus focuses on creating a safe and inclusive community where students are encouraged to engage in critical thinking and collaborative learning.

Beyond its academic offerings, Griffiths Middle School provides a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to develop the "whole student." These include athletic programs, clubs, and elective courses that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and leadership. By maintaining a balance between rigorous instruction and student-centered support, the school strives to instill a strong sense of school spirit and responsibility, ensuring that its diverse student body is well-equipped for future success.

1,264

Total Students

54.3

Full-Time Teachers

23.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Griffiths (Gordon) Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	72
Hispanic	1,120
Black	27
Asian	30
Two or More	7
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
1,120 (88.7%)
White
72 (5.7%)
Asian
30 (2.4%)
Black
27 (2.1%)
Two or More
7 (0.6%)
American Indian
5 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Downey Unified
Phone:	(562)904-3580
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,264
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	54.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	796
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	177

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 417

Grade 7 417

Grade 8 430