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Creative Beginnings
Elementary School
8033 East 3rd Street, Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Creative Beginnings
Creative Beginnings is an private elementary school in Downey, CA 90241. The school serves approximately 71 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,375, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 71 students, Creative Beginnings 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.
As a private school, Creative Beginnings 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
BetaHow Creative Beginnings compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Downey, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Creative Beginnings (this school) | — |
| Rio Hondo Elementary | 7.9 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary | 8.9 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary | 7.0 |
| Alameda Elementary | 6.4 |
| Old River Elementary | 7.0 |
| Gallatin Elementary | 3.9 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary | 6.4 |
| Imperial Elementary | 5.2 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary | 6.2 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary | 5.9 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary | 3.7 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary | 5.8 |
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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 71 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Address
- 8033 East 3rd Street, Downey, CA 90241
- Phone
- (562) 861-1499
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
8033 East 3rd Street, Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creative Beginnings may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 0.2 mi | — |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Downey High Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 0.9 mi | — |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,375
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
35.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Creative Beginnings has a median household income of $84,375. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $770,100, with a median rent of $1,884/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creative Beginnings
What grades does Creative Beginnings serve?
Creative Beginnings serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creative Beginnings?
Creative Beginnings has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creative Beginnings?
The student-teacher ratio at Creative Beginnings is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Creative Beginnings a private school?
Yes, Creative Beginnings 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (562) 861-1499
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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