9724 Spry Street, Downey, CA 90242 | CHARACTER COUNTS Everywhere, all the time!
TK Available for 4-Year-Olds
Transitional Kindergarten builds early skills, confidence, and social growth.
Before & After-School Enrichment
Extended day options provide enrichment, tutoring, and fun learning opportunities!
STEAM & Robotics
Education that sparks creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning!
Apple Distinguished School
Our use of technology enhances learning and prepares students for success.
Important Dates
Latest News
Building Community Through Attendance
School is more than just a place to learn. It is where friendships form, traditions are shared, and students feel like they are part of something...
Introducing DUSD’s Community Schools Initiative
Downey Unified launches the Community Schools Initiative, uniting schools, agencies, and families to support student success.
Meet Our Assistant Director of Food Services: Lily Ivanov
Registered Dietitian (RD), Lily oversees everything from menu planning to ingredient sourcing, making sure each breakfast, lunch, and snack meets federal and state nutrition standards. Learn more about her role.
A WORD FROM
Our Principal
Welcome to Gauldin! Home of the Dolphins. Here we welcome all students and work together for them to reach their highest potential in all of their goals.”
– Sylvia Estrella
School Hours
Regular Day
TK – 3rd Grade | 8:30 am – 2:41 pm
4th – 5th Grade | 8:30 am – 3:01 pm
Early Out
TK – 3rd Grade | 8:30 am – 1:41 pm
4th – 5th Grade | 8:30 am – 2:01 pm
Minimum Day
TK – 3rd Grade | 8:30 am – 11:46 am
4th – 5th Grade | 8:30 am – 12:06 pm
Get in Touch
Gauldin Elementary School
9724 Spry Street, Downey, CA 90242
Downey Unified School District
(562) 904-3582
Office Hours | 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
