Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Edward M. Downer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward M. Downer Elementary serves the west part of San Pablo, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families within this zone are typically within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward M. Downer Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Edward M. Downer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward M. Downer 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
#9112 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward M. Downer Elementary School's ranking?
Edward M. Downer Elementary School is ranked #9112 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edward M. Downer Elementary School often compared to?
Edward M. Downer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover Elementary School, Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edward M. Downer Elementary School?
388 students attend Edward M. Downer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Edward M. Downer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward M. Downer Elementary School?
Edward M. Downer Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edward M. Downer Elementary School offer ?
Edward M. Downer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Edward M. Downer Elementary School part of?
Edward M. Downer Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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