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#6208 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
9724 Spry St., Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,208 of 9,539
In Downey
#21 of 23
public schools
In district
#19 of 20
Downey Unified
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Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary
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About Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary runs 21.9:1 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.
35% of students at Gauldin (a.l.) 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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Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary — Students at Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.3%
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: 5.3/10.
How Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary Compares
See how Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9724 Spry St., Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rio San Gabriel Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 0.2 mi | — |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 0.4 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
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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| Alamo Elementary Vacaville, CA | 5.6 |
| Anthony C. Traina Elementary Tracy, CA | 5.6 |
| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Calexico, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary
What grades does Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary serve?
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary?
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary rank in CA?
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary ranks #6,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gauldin (a.l.) Elementary?
75.3% of students at Gauldin (a.l.) 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
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3582
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #19 of 20
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