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Bryant Elementary

Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified

8371 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,734 of 9,539

In Garden Grove

#48 of 51

public schools

In district

#62 of 64

Garden Grove Unified

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Bryant Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Garden Grove · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Bryant Elementary

Bryant Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Bryant Elementary serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,734 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Bryant Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Bryant Elementary runs 25.2:1 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.

38% of students at Bryant Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,026
Chronic Absenteeism38.3%

Bryant Elementary — Students at Bryant Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
25.8%
ELA
33.8%
2024
Math
28.3%
ELA
34.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Bryant Elementary Compares

See how Bryant Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in CA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8371 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bryant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patton Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Jonas E. Salk (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakeham Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove 0.2 mi 8.1
Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove 0.8 mi 7.9
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove 0.9 mi 7.9
Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove 1.0 mi 8.0
Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove 0.9 mi 7.8
Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy Stanton 1.1 mi 7.6
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove 1.1 mi 5.5
Esther L. Walter Anaheim 1.0 mi 6.6
Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove 1.2 mi 7.7
Stanford Elementary Garden Grove 1.4 mi 7.7
MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Anaheim 1.5 mi
Montessori House of Children Anaheim 1.5 mi
Dale Junior High Anaheim 1.6 mi 6.0
Cambridge Virtual Academy Anaheim 1.7 mi 7.2
Magnolia High Anaheim 1.6 mi 6.7
Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim 1.6 mi 8.0
PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove 1.5 mi 6.3
Patton Elementary Garden Grove 1.5 mi 8.6
RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove 1.7 mi
Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove 1.5 mi

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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Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bryant Elementary

What grades does Bryant Elementary serve?

Bryant Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bryant Elementary?

Bryant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bryant Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bryant Elementary is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bryant Elementary rank in CA?

Bryant Elementary ranks #6,734 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Bryant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bryant Elementary 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.

What are the test scores at Bryant Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryant Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bryant Elementary a charter school?

No, Bryant Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bryant Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bryant Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bryant Elementary?

90.2% of students at Bryant 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

District

Garden Grove Unified
District Enrollment
37,763
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,026
District Rank
#62 of 64

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