Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Garden Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Garden Park Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Garden Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Park Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Park Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Park Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garden Park Elementary School often compared to?
Garden Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyal Barker Elementary School, Enders Elementary School, Patton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garden Park Elementary School?
247 students attend Garden Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Garden Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 26% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Park Elementary School?
Garden Park Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garden Park Elementary School offer ?
Garden Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Garden Park Elementary School part of?
Garden Park Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Park Elementary School located?
Garden Park Elementary School is located in the West Garden Grove neighborhood of Garden Grove, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in West Garden Grove.
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