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#3672 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
13220 South Bellflower Blvd., Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,672 of 9,539
In Downey
#9 of 23
public schools
In district
#9 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lewis (ed C.) Elementary
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About Lewis (ed C.) Elementary
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Lewis (ed C.) Elementary serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis (ed C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,672 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lewis (ed C.) Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary runs 26.1:1 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.
32% of students at Lewis (ed C.) 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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Lewis (ed C.) Elementary — Students at Lewis (ed C.) Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.3/10.
How Lewis (ed C.) Elementary Compares
See how Lewis (ed C.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13220 South Bellflower Blvd., Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lewis (ed C.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Alameda Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Bellflower), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 0.6 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 0.6 mi | — |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.5 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamos Elementary Murrieta, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonsall Elementary Bonsall, CA | 6.9 |
| Brookside Elementary Beaumont, CA | 6.9 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville, CA | 6.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bell Gardens, CA | 6.9 |
| Columbia Elementary El Monte, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lewis (ed C.) Elementary
What grades does Lewis (ed C.) Elementary serve?
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lewis (ed C.) Elementary?
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis (ed C.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lewis (ed C.) Elementary is 26.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lewis (ed C.) Elementary rank in CA?
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary ranks #3,672 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lewis (ed C.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lewis (ed C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lewis (ed C.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis (ed C.) Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lewis (ed C.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Lewis (ed C.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lewis (ed C.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lewis (ed C.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis (ed C.) Elementary?
68.3% of students at Lewis (ed 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 834
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3590
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #9 of 20
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