Downey High vs Eleanor Roosevelt High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey High
Downey · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,051 students
Eleanor Roosevelt High
Eastvale · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,353 students
| Measure | Downey High Downey, California | Eleanor Roosevelt High Eastvale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #735 of 1,343 | #344 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12487 of 16,910 | #7666 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 4,051 | 4,353 |
| Enrollment | 4,051 | 4,353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 51% |
| city | Downey | Eastvale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eleanor Roosevelt High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.7 vs 33.7).
- •Eleanor Roosevelt High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 28%).
- •Eleanor Roosevelt High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 59%).
- •Eleanor Roosevelt High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 79.2%).
- •Downey High does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 25.8).
- •Eleanor Roosevelt High is the larger school with 4,353 students compared with 4,051.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Downey High better than Eleanor Roosevelt High?
On the Success Index (US), Eleanor Roosevelt High ranks higher (52.7 vs 33.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Downey High and Eleanor Roosevelt High?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Downey and Eastvale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey High: 4,051. Eleanor Roosevelt High: 4,353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey High and Eleanor Roosevelt High rank in California?
Downey High is 735th of 1,343 and Eleanor Roosevelt High is 344th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).