Overview

Ward Elementary School is a public school in Downey, CA, offering Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 14 elementary schools in Downey Unified School District.
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School Rating

Ward Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
6/10
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About the School

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Neighborhood

8851 Adoree Street
Downey, CA 90242
School leader: Principal Gladys Diaz
(562) 904-3591
(562) 469-7220
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