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#6723 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ward (e. W.) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
8851 East Adoree St., Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,723 of 9,539
In Downey
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#20 of 20
Downey Unified
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Ward (e. W.) Elementary
Elementary School in Downey · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ward (e. W.) Elementary
Ward (e. W.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Ward (e.
W.) Elementary serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Ward (e. W.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,723 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ward (e. W.) Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ward (e. W.) Elementary runs 25:1 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.
47% of students at Ward (e. W.) 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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Ward (e. W.) Elementary — Students at Ward (e. W.) Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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 Ward (e. W.) Elementary Compares
See how Ward (e. W.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8851 East Adoree St., Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ward (e. W.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imperial Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Harry Wirtz Elementary Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Paramount High Paramount | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 1.0 mi | — |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 1.1 mi | — |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY Downy | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 1.2 mi | — |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Alberta Martone Elementary Modesto, CA | 5.3 |
| Alcott Elementary Pomona, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Balboa Elementary Glendale, CA | 5.3 |
| Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ward (e. W.) Elementary
What grades does Ward (e. W.) Elementary serve?
Ward (e. W.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ward (e. W.) Elementary?
Ward (e. W.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ward (e. W.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ward (e. W.) Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ward (e. W.) Elementary rank in CA?
Ward (e. W.) Elementary ranks #6,723 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ward (e. W.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ward (e. W.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Ward (e. W.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ward (e. W.) Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ward (e. W.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Ward (e. W.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ward (e. W.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ward (e. W.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ward (e. W.) Elementary?
80.0% of students at Ward (e. W.) 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
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3591
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #20 of 20
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