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Award-Winning School

Most recently awarded the PTA School of Excellence, Downes is an award-winning school known for its outstanding academic programs that inspire excellence and foster lifelong learning.

Engaging Activities

We are committed to educating the whole child so we offer a wide range of extracurricular activities that ignite passions and unlock the greatness within every student.

K-5 Chinese Immersion Program

K-5 program engaging students in two different languages throughout their elementary school learning experience - English and Mandarin Chinese.

Academic Excellence

In our classrooms, talented teachers deliver a comprehensive curriculum for students to expand their minds and work together to experience moments of revelation.

Nurturing Kindergarten Program

[School Name]’s Kindergarten program provides a safe, nurturing setting with plenty of chances for families to actively participate and engage.

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Downes

John R. Downes Elementary School is dedicated to empowering, inspiring, and challenging every student to reach their fullest potential.

Serving children from Kindergarten through Grade 5, our school proudly offers a dual language immersion program in Mandarin, fostering bilingualism and cultural appreciation from an early age.

Downes Elementary School

At a Glance

300+

Students Enrolled

K-5

serving students in grades K-5

90.29%

of student have missed less than 10% of school days

1965

Year Founded

3

National & State Recognized Awards

TOGETHER

Educating Every Student for Excellence

Downes Elementary School is proud to be a part of the Christina School District, where we believe that every student is unique and deserves an education that nurtures their individual strengths. Our commitment to teaching and learning goes beyond academics; we emphasize whole child support, fostering emotional, social, and physical well-being alongside intellectual growth. Working together with our families, students, education partners and local organizations, we create a supportive community that embodies our district-wide vision.