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Carpenter Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade 4-5
9439 Foster Rd,
Downey, CA
Downey Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Mercedes Gomez
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Math Proficiency
44%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Niche Grade
B+
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
52%
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Math Proficiency
44%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
29
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Full Time Teachers
29
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Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
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GreatSchools Rating
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
18.4%
State Average
19.4%
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Science
8.9%
State Average
11.2%
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Student Diversity
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Female
55.2%
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Male
44.8%
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Hispanic
89.4%
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White
6.3%
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Black
1.9%
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Two or more races
1.5%
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Asian
<1%
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Filipino
<1%
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Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
7/2/2025
I have two kids at Carpenter, one going into 2nd and one going into K. Having been part of this school community for 3 years now gives me some perspective. I grew up in the local private school systems so I am able to make some comparison. I do really like this school and the parent and teacher comm...
7/2/2025
My child has absolutely thrived here. She’s learned so much Spanish and her confidence has grown immensely. The staff truly cares about the students, and the support system is incredible. What I love most is how much the school encourages parent involvement. The teachers are patient, engaging, and g...
9/9/2024
Awesome Dual Immersion school! My daughter came in not knowing any Spanish and is now fluent in the 5th grade. Great educators and staff.
3/30/2014
My daughter improved so much especially her reading and writing skills . Carpenter elementary thank u so much especially Mr.hay one of the best teachers I've ever met.
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Carpenter Elementary School is a public school for students in grades 4-5 in Downey, CA and is served by the Downey Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 412 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 44% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Carpenter Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bellflower Middle & High School, Somerset High School, Warren High School, and more. Learn more about what Downey has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Carpenter Elementary School.