Overview

Carpenter Elementary School is a public school in Downey, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 14 elementary schools in Downey Unified School District.
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School Rating

Carpenter Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

9439 Foster Road
Downey, CA 90242
School leader: Ms Diana Verduzco
(562) 904-3588
(562) 469-7110
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