Complete Annual Verification for 25-26 School Year Now!
8133 Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242 | CHARACTER COUNTS Everywhere, all the time!
TK Available for 4-Year-Olds
Transitional Kindergarten builds early skills, confidence, and social growth.

Dual Language Immersion
G.L.A.D. empowers students to achieve academic success while they become biliterate in both English and Spanish.
Apple Distinguished School
Our use of technology enhances learning and prepares students for success!
Gifted & Talented Education
The GATE Program offers advanced courses, university exposure, and support.
Important Dates
Latest News
Annual Verification (Registration) Opens July 1
What you need to know: this mandatory process occurs every summer to ensure essential information is accurate for the new school year.
Seamless Summer Meal Program 2025
Students 18 and under are able to get one free breakfast and/or one free lunch per day at any of the following locations during the days/times indicated.
The Difference Between Enrollment and Registration (Annual Verification)
Enrolling a student at Downey Unified only happens once. Registration is an Annual Information Verification happens every year before school starts. Learn more about both!
A WORD FROM
Our Principal
“At Imperial Elementary, we believe in educating the whole child in a safe and nurturing environment. The Imperial staff, students and parents work together to ensure that all students are college and career ready, globally competitive and citizens of strong character!”
– Cary Calvo

School Hours
TK/K | 8:15 am – 2:26 pm
1st – 3rd | 8:30 am – 2:41 pm
Early Dismissal
Every Wed at 1:45 pm
(TK/K 1:41 pm)
Office Hours | 7:45 am – 3:30 pm
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Imperial Elementary School
8133 Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242
Downey Unified School District