Carpenter Elementary School

Aerial view of the pick up and drop off area at Carpenter Elementary School

The front of Carpenter Elementary School

Classrooms at Carpenter Elementary School

Carpenter Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade 4-5

9439 Foster Rd, Downey, CA

Downey Unified School District

412 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mercedes Gomez

Student Teacher Ratio
30:1

Math Proficiency
42%

Reading Proficiency
48%

B+

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

48%

Math Proficiency

42%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

30:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

55.2%

Male

44.8%

Hispanic

89.4%

White

6.3%

Black

1.9%

Two or more races

1.5%

Asian

<1%

Native American

<1%

Pacific Islander

<1%

Filipino

<1%

Specialty School Programs

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

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...

5.0 parent

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...

5.0 parent

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.

5.0 parent

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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California Los Angeles County Downey 90242

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 30:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% 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 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.

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