Public school · Downey
Old River Elementary School
Public elementary school for grades 4 and 5 in Downey, with a robotics program, a Sports Academy and after-school enrichment.
- Ages
- Ages 9–11
- Price
- Ask the provider
- Open
- Weekdays 8:25am–2:52pm
- Where
- 11995 Old River School Road, Downey
Old River Elementary School
Old River Elementary is a public school for fourth and fifth grades in Downey. The regular school day runs 8:25 am to 2:52 pm, with early dismissal at 1:56 pm on early-out days. Before- and after-school enrichment offers tutoring and learning activities. The school runs a STEAM and robotics program and a Sports Academy. Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) offers advanced courses, university exposure and support. It is an Apple Distinguished School that uses technology to enhance learning, and the district is expanding AVID, a program that builds skills for school and college. The school promotes the Character Counts program and has Community Schools resources for families. Enrollment is by neighborhood address, and public schooling is tuition-free.
- Public school
- Downey Unified
- Open Weekdays 8:25am–2:52pm
- Price level: Budget: low prices or free
- Programs at school: GATE: gifted and talented; A STEM focus; Care before school; Care after school
- Getting in: By neighborhood: the school for your address
- Free, state-funded or takes childcare subsidies: yes
About Old River Elementary School
Old River Elementary is a public school in the Downey Unified School District, serving fourth and fifth grades at 11995 Old River School Road in Downey. Its motto is "Home of the Gators," and it emphasizes the Character Counts program. It holds Apple Distinguished School status.
Where and how to reach them
11995 Old River School RoadDowney, CA 90242
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