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#4300 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Clinton Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
13641 Clinton St., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,300 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#40 of 51
public schools
In district
#50 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Clinton Elementary
Clinton Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Clinton Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Clinton Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Clinton 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.
32% of students at Clinton 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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Clinton Elementary — Students at Clinton Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 7.1/10.
How Clinton Elementary Compares
See how Clinton 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
13641 Clinton St., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clinton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Warren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORANGEWOOD ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Leroy L. Doig Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Samueli Academy Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Romero-Cruz Academy Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Riverdale Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Vista Condor Global Academy Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Vista Heritage Global Academy Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | — |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Fremont Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,009
Median Home Value
$665,900
Median Rent
$1,878/mo
Population
46,553
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
38.3
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| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
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| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clinton Elementary
What grades does Clinton Elementary serve?
Clinton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Clinton Elementary?
Clinton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Clinton 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 Clinton Elementary rank in CA?
Clinton Elementary ranks #4,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Clinton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Clinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Clinton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clinton Elementary a charter school?
No, Clinton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clinton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Clinton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clinton Elementary?
92.1% of students at Clinton 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
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6146
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #50 of 64
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