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Imperial Elementary

Downey Unified · Los Angeles County · 8133 Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242-3715

(562) 904-3578

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7/10
#1767
Rank 1767 out of 5,722
Top 31%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2238 · 61st percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1375 · 76th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Downey is one of those solid, working-class suburban cities in Southeast LA County that doesn't always get the spotlight but has a strong sense of community pride — and Imperial Elementary fits right into that culture. With math scores landing in the 76th percentile statewide, this K-3 school punches above its weight for younger learners, making it a reassuring starting point for families planting roots in the area. It's a good fit for parents who want a dependable neighborhood school where kids get a strong early foundation before moving into the upper grades.

Student Demographics

119 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
104 (87%)
White
7 (6%)
Asian
3 (3%)
Multiple Races
2 (2%)
Filipino
2 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners33 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged100 (84%)
Students with Disabilities32 (27%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

653
Enrollment
28.6
Teachers (FTE)
22.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #2275 · 62nd percentile

148 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found