High-Quality Education

For a Broad Range of Students

Explore a Variety of Interests

Dual Language Programs

Why are families like yours choosing Downey Unified?

We believe that all students must have access to a positive and challenging learning environment. The right environment is vital to guiding and inspiring students to realize their individual potentials. Downey Unified School District does just that with a positive school culture, safe and clean campuses and a knowledgeable and caring staff. Regularly raising our standards and improving all aspects of our programs, we always strive to offer our students the best…because they deserve the best!

Downey Unified School District is now accepting applications for children who live outside the Downey Unified boundaries. We welcome motivated students interested in sharing our vision.

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There's a lot to look forward to. . .

College & Career Mindset

Athletic Excellence

Unique Academic Opportunities

Unparalleled Community

Outstanding Graduation Rate

graduation rates

Downey Unified continues to have a higher graduation rate than the state average and higher than the 11 surrounding districts.

Career Technical Education

Industries

Pathways

Courses

Continuous Achievements

Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways available to students

Globally recognized International Baccalaureate® PYP Program at Carpenter Elementary

California and National
Schools to Watch

DFEO Before and After School
programs
available

Robotics program from
TK through 12th grade

Spanish and French Dual Language Immersion Program at certain schools

Wellness Centers available at our secondary schools

Eight Apple Distinguished Schools in the school district

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Older student gaming
Students with iPads

Not quite ready? Call (562) 469-6518 for more information.

Do you live in Downey? You can enroll now!

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11627 Brookshire Avenue
Downey, CA 90241