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Around the World Children's Center

Elementary School

8441 Florence Avenue, Downey, CA 90240

Private

Enrollment

12

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Updated 2024-25

How this school compares

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Strong

About Around the World Children's Center

Around the World Children's Center is an private elementary school in Downey, CA 90240. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Kindergarten – 3rd with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $108,860, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 12 students, Around the World Children's Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, Around the World Children's Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Around the World Children's Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Around the World Children's Center compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Downey, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
24.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
12
This School
vs
727
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Around the World Children's Center (this school)
Gallatin Elementary 3.9
Price (Maude) Elementary 7.0
Rio Hondo Elementary 7.9
Unsworth (Edith) Elementary 6.2
Rio San Gabriel Elementary 6.4
Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary 8.9
Alameda Elementary 6.4
Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary 5.9
Imperial Elementary 5.2
Ward (E. W.) Elementary 3.7
Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary 5.8
Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
12 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Address
8441 Florence Avenue, Downey, CA 90240
Phone
(562) 862-5949
Data Year
SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

8441 Florence Avenue, Downey, CA 90240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Around the World Children's Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away). Another option is Birney Tech Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera). Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey 0.2 mi 6.3
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey 0.4 mi 5.2
Gallatin Elementary Downey 0.5 mi 3.9
Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey 0.7 mi 7.4
Price (Maude) Elementary Downey 0.8 mi 7.0
Downey High Downey 0.8 mi 6.7
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey 0.7 mi
Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey 0.8 mi 5.6
Creative Beginnings Downey 0.9 mi
Rio Hondo Elementary Downey 0.9 mi 7.9
Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey 1.0 mi 6.4
Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey 1.0 mi 6.2
Warren (Earl) High Downey 1.4 mi 6.7
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey 1.4 mi 6.3
Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera 1.5 mi 7.8
Suva Elementary Bell Gardens 1.6 mi 4.5
Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera 1.6 mi 8.5
Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey 1.6 mi 8.9
Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens 1.7 mi 6.2
Alameda Elementary Downey 1.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,860

Median Home Value

$764,200

Median Rent

$1,966/mo

Population

25,326

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

38.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Around the World Children's Center has a median household income of $108,860. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $764,200, with a median rent of $1,966/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Around the World Children's Center

What grades does Around the World Children's Center serve?

Around the World Children's Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Around the World Children's Center?

Around the World Children's Center has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Around the World Children's Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Around the World Children's Center is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Around the World Children's Center a private school?

Yes, Around the World Children's Center is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Los Angeles
Data Year
2025–2026

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