Serving 796 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School's student population of 796 students has grown by 177% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 163% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Explorers
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School?
796 students attend Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School?
Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School offer ?
Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School part of?
Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School is part of Downey Unified School District.
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