Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Merton E. Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merton E. Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Merton E. Hill Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merton E. Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merton E. Hill Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#2530 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Merton E. Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Merton E. Hill Elementary School is ranked #2530 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Merton E. Hill Elementary School?
270 students attend Merton E. Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Merton E. Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merton E. Hill Elementary School?
Merton E. Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merton E. Hill Elementary School offer ?
Merton E. Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Merton E. Hill Elementary School part of?
Merton E. Hill Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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