Very Good
#3472 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12201 Elmwood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,472 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#36 of 51
public schools
In district
#46 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,472 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary runs 26.3:1 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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Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary — Students at Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
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: 7.0/10.
How Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Compares
See how Agnes Ware Stanley 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
12201 Elmwood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,555
Median Home Value
$746,900
Median Rent
$1,955/mo
Population
54,475
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary
What grades does Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary serve?
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary?
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary rank in CA?
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary ranks #3,472 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary a charter school?
No, Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary?
81.3% of students at Agnes Ware Stanley 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
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6484
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #46 of 64
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