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#4291 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Gallatin Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
9513 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA 90240
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,291 of 9,539
In Downey
#13 of 23
public schools
In district
#13 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Gallatin Elementary
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About Gallatin Elementary
Gallatin Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Gallatin Elementary serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Gallatin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gallatin Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gallatin Elementary runs 26:1 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.
30% of students at Gallatin Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gallatin Elementary — Students at Gallatin Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Gallatin Elementary Compares
See how Gallatin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9513 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA 90240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gallatin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unsworth (Edith) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 0.5 mi | — |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 1.2 mi | — |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | — |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek, CA | 6.6 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gallatin Elementary
What grades does Gallatin Elementary serve?
Gallatin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gallatin Elementary?
Gallatin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gallatin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gallatin Elementary is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gallatin Elementary rank in CA?
Gallatin Elementary ranks #4,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gallatin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gallatin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Gallatin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gallatin Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gallatin Elementary a charter school?
No, Gallatin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gallatin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gallatin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gallatin Elementary?
60.9% of students at Gallatin 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 781
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3583
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #13 of 20
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