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#1445 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School
Elementary School
5311 W MCFADDEN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,445 of 1,787
In Santa Ana
#6 of 9
public schools
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Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School
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About Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School is a private elementary school in Santa Ana, CA. Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,445 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Ana, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Heritage Elementary | 4.9 |
| Newhope Elementary | 7.3 |
| Rosita Elementary | 7.1 |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary | 8.6 |
| Edward Russell Elementary | 5.8 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary | 4.9 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana | 8.0 |
| Romero-Cruz Academy | 3.3 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary | 4.7 |
| Vista Heritage Global Academy | 4.6 |
| Vista Condor Global Academy | 4.4 |
| Diamond Elementary | 5.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 5.2 |
| Gerald P. Carr Intermediate | 5.4 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary | 4.0 |
| Fremont Elementary | 6.7 |
| Adams Elementary | 4.9 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | 3.8 |
| McFadden Institute of Technology | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Santa Ana
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5311 W MCFADDEN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morningside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Heritage Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| La Quinta High Westminster | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 0.9 mi | — |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | — |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Los Amigos High Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,249
Median Home Value
$641,600
Median Rent
$2,147/mo
Population
80,408
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
35.2
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| Annandale Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Los Altos, CA | 5.3 |
| HUGHSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hughson, CA | 5.3 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel, CA | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FREMONT Fremont, CA | 5.3 |
| Merquin Elementary Hilmar, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School
What grades does Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School serve?
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School?
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School rank in CA?
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School ranks #1,445 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School a private school?
Yes, Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School a religious school?
Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 839-7831
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