Serving 744 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alameda 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alameda Elementary serves a central area of Downey, CA, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alameda Elementary School's student population of 744 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
744 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3784 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alameda Elementary School's ranking?
Alameda Elementary School is ranked #3784 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alameda Elementary School often compared to?
Alameda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary School, Ward (E. W.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alameda Elementary School?
744 students attend Alameda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alameda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alameda Elementary School?
Alameda Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alameda Elementary School offer ?
Alameda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alameda Elementary School part of?
Alameda Elementary School is part of Downey Unified School District.
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