U.S. News & World Report has announced its 2026-27 Best High Schools rankings, once again recognizing Downey Unified’s two comprehensive high schools among the leading public high schools in California and across the nation.
Both campuses ranked within the top 16% nationally and approximately the top quarter of California high schools. Warren High School earned the No. 419 spot among 1,678 ranked California high schools and placed No. 2,612 nationally. Downey High School ranked No. 442 statewide and No. 2,740 nationwide.
A Recognition of Our Students, Staff and Schools
The annual U.S. News Best High Schools rankings evaluate public high schools using six factors, including student achievement on state assessments, graduation rates, college readiness, curriculum breadth and outcomes for underserved students. For the 2026-27 rankings, nearly 18,000 public high schools were ranked nationwide using data from the 2023-24 school year.
Warren High School received an overall score of 85.44 out of 100 and was ranked No. 198 among high schools in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Downey High School earned an overall score of 84.73 and ranked No. 209 in the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
“These rankings reflect the exceptional work happening every day in our classrooms and throughout our campuses,” said Superintendent Dr. Roger Brossmer. “Our students benefit from dedicated educators, supportive families and a community that believes deeply in their success. This recognition celebrates the collective commitment that makes our schools such special places to learn and grow.”
Downey Unified’s Rankings at a Glance
Warren High School
- No. 2,612 nationally
- No. 419 in California
- No. 198 in the Los Angeles metropolitan area
- Top 15% of ranked high schools nationwide
- Overall score: 85.44 out of 100
Downey High School
- No. 2,740 nationally
- No. 442 in California
- No. 209 in the Los Angeles metropolitan area
- Top 16% of ranked high schools nationwide
- Overall score: 84.73 out of 100
Together, these rankings reflect Downey Unified’s continued commitment to providing students with rigorous academic opportunities, advanced coursework, college and career pathways, and engaging learning experiences that prepare them for success after graduation.
“We want every student to graduate with the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue their goals,” Dr. Brossmer added. “This recognition affirms the strength of our schools and the incredible work of our students, staff and families.”
Learn more about the rankings and explore each school’s profile: