Very Good
#3471 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Brookhurst Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
9821 William Dalton Way, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,471 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#35 of 51
public schools
In district
#45 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookhurst Elementary
Brookhurst Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Brookhurst Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookhurst Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,471 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Brookhurst Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% 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
Brookhurst Elementary runs 24.4:1 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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Brookhurst Elementary — Students at Brookhurst Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.8/10.
How Brookhurst Elementary Compares
See how Brookhurst 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
9821 William Dalton Way, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookhurst Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | — |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,975
Median Home Value
$766,400
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,514
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
40.6
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|---|---|
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| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arcohe Elementary Herald, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Pomona, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookhurst Elementary
What grades does Brookhurst Elementary serve?
Brookhurst Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Brookhurst Elementary?
Brookhurst Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookhurst Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookhurst Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookhurst Elementary rank in CA?
Brookhurst Elementary ranks #3,471 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brookhurst Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookhurst 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 Brookhurst Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookhurst Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brookhurst Elementary a charter school?
No, Brookhurst Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookhurst Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brookhurst Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookhurst Elementary?
87.2% of students at Brookhurst 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6556
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #45 of 64
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