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#4868 of 9,539 schools in CA
C. C. Violette Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12091 Lampson Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,868 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#42 of 51
public schools
In district
#53 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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C. C. Violette Elementary
Elementary School in Garden Grove · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C. C. Violette Elementary
C. C. Violette Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified.
C. C. Violette Elementary serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
C. C. Violette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,868 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for C. C. Violette Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
C. C. Violette Elementary runs 23.9:1 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.
34% of students at C. C. Violette 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
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C. C. Violette Elementary — Students at C. C. Violette Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How C. C. Violette Elementary Compares
See how C. C. Violette 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
12091 Lampson Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C. C. Violette Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Warren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | — |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Parkview Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Clinton Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHRIST CATHEDRAL ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ORANGEWOOD ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Lampson Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Christ Cathedral Academy Garden Grove | 1.3 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 C. C. Violette Elementary
What grades does C. C. Violette Elementary serve?
C. C. Violette Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend C. C. Violette Elementary?
C. C. Violette Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C. C. Violette Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at C. C. Violette Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C. C. Violette Elementary rank in CA?
C. C. Violette Elementary ranks #4,868 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is C. C. Violette Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
C. C. Violette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 C. C. Violette Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C. C. Violette Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is C. C. Violette Elementary a charter school?
No, C. C. Violette Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C. C. Violette Elementary a Title I school?
No, C. C. Violette Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. C. Violette Elementary?
93.9% of students at C. C. Violette 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6203
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #53 of 64
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