Excellent
#1536 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary
Elementary School · Downey Unified
7530 East Arnett St., Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,536 of 9,539
In Downey
#1 of 23
public schools
In district
#1 of 20
Downey Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Williams (spencer V.) Elementary
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About Williams (spencer V.) Elementary
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Downey, CA, part of Downey Unified. Williams (spencer V.) Elementary serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams (spencer V.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,536 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Williams (spencer V.) Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% 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
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
40% of students at Williams (spencer V.) 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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Williams (spencer V.) Elementary — Students at Williams (spencer V.) Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.7/10.
How Williams (spencer V.) Elementary Compares
See how Williams (spencer V.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7530 East Arnett St., Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams (spencer V.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Old River Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Imperial Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Garfield Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 1.5 mi | — |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Bell Gardens | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Gertrude School Bell Gardens | 1.7 mi | — |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,375
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 Williams (spencer V.) Elementary
What grades does Williams (spencer V.) Elementary serve?
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Williams (spencer V.) Elementary?
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams (spencer V.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams (spencer V.) Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams (spencer V.) Elementary rank in CA?
Williams (spencer V.) Elementary ranks #1,536 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Williams (spencer V.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams (spencer V.) 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 Williams (spencer V.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams (spencer V.) Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Williams (spencer V.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Williams (spencer V.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams (spencer V.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Williams (spencer V.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams (spencer V.) Elementary?
67.6% of students at Williams (spencer V.) 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (562) 904-3564
Resources & Links
District
Downey Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,421
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,173
- District Rank
- #1 of 20
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