Excellent
#1537 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Unsworth (edith) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
9001 Lindsey Ave., Downey, CA 90240
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,537 of 9,539
In Downey
#2 of 23
public schools
In district
#2 of 20
Downey Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Unsworth (edith) Elementary
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About Unsworth (edith) Elementary
Unsworth (edith) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Unsworth (edith) Elementary serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Unsworth (edith) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Unsworth (edith) Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Unsworth (edith) Elementary runs 24:1 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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Unsworth (edith) Elementary — Students at Unsworth (edith) Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Unsworth (edith) Elementary Compares
See how Unsworth (edith) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9001 Lindsey Ave., Downey, CA 90240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Unsworth (edith) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe Springs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jersey Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe Springs), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.9 mi | — |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
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
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Unsworth (edith) Elementary
What grades does Unsworth (edith) Elementary serve?
Unsworth (edith) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Unsworth (edith) Elementary?
Unsworth (edith) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Unsworth (edith) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Unsworth (edith) Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Unsworth (edith) Elementary rank in CA?
Unsworth (edith) Elementary ranks #1,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Unsworth (edith) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Unsworth (edith) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Unsworth (edith) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Unsworth (edith) Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Unsworth (edith) Elementary a charter school?
No, Unsworth (edith) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Unsworth (edith) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Unsworth (edith) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Unsworth (edith) Elementary?
67.9% of students at Unsworth (edith) 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
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3576
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #2 of 20
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