Excellent
#133 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
A. G. Cook Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
9802 Woodbury Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#133 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#1 of 51
public schools
In district
#1 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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A. G. Cook Elementary
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About A. G. Cook Elementary
A. G. Cook Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified.
A. G. Cook Elementary serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. G. Cook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for A. G. Cook Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
A. G. Cook Elementary runs 25.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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A. G. Cook Elementary — Students at A. G. Cook Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How A. G. Cook Elementary Compares
See how A. G. Cook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9802 Woodbury Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. G. Cook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Morningside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Murdy Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Bolsa Grande High Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Orange Crescent Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| ORANGE CRESCENT SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Merton E. Hill Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| John Murdy Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 1.3 mi | — |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,590
Median Home Value
$706,900
Median Rent
$1,989/mo
Population
22,719
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.2 |
| El Morro Elementary Laguna Beach, CA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. G. Cook Elementary
What grades does A. G. Cook Elementary serve?
A. G. Cook Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend A. G. Cook Elementary?
A. G. Cook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. G. Cook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. G. Cook Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. G. Cook Elementary rank in CA?
A. G. Cook Elementary ranks #133 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is A. G. Cook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. G. Cook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. G. Cook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. G. Cook Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is A. G. Cook Elementary a charter school?
No, A. G. Cook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. G. Cook Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. G. Cook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. G. Cook Elementary?
67.0% of students at A. G. Cook Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6251
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #1 of 64
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