Average
#4476 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
9439 East Foster Rd., Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,476 of 9,539
In Downey
#15 of 23
public schools
In district
#14 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary
Elementary School in Downey · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Carpenter (c.
C.) Elementary serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,476 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary runs 26.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary — Students at Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary Compares
See how Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9439 East Foster Rd., Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Imperial Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alameda Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.3 mi | — |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,238
Median Home Value
$676,100
Median Rent
$1,874/mo
Population
40,983
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
52.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.4
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|---|---|
| Academia Moderna Walnut Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Accelerated Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Allison Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.5 |
| Almondale Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 6.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.5 |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary
What grades does Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary serve?
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary?
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary rank in CA?
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary ranks #4,476 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary?
46.1% of students at Carpenter (c. C.) Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3588
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #14 of 20
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