Below Average
#7998 of 9,533 schools in CA
Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
22215 Elaine Ave., Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Hawaiian Gardens
#3 of 3
public schools
California elementary schools
#4,745 of 5,817
In district
#28 of 30
ABC Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary
Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary is a regular public elementary school in Hawaiian Gardens, California. Located at 22215 Elaine Ave., the school serves kindergarten through sixth grade students and has an enrollment of 296 pupils with a student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, Furgeson Elementary offers a supportive educational environment that focuses on each child's growth and development.
The academic performance at Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary reflects areas where the school can improve, particularly in state assessments. Currently ranked 21st percentile among California schools, with an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 35% and a Math proficiency rate of 24%, there is room for students to achieve higher levels of academic success. Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary is situated in a large suburban area where the community supports its educational needs.
Score Breakdown
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Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary — Students at Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 2.5/10.
How Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary Compares
See how Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 34% (2019) to 21.92% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 31.72% (2024).
Location
22215 Elaine Ave., Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawaiian Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aloha Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newcomb Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hawaiian Gardens, see our Hawaiian Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Newcomb Academy Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Artesia High Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Willow Elementary Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Palms Elementary Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Helen Keller Middle Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Middle Los Alamitos | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Ernest S. McBride Sr. High Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary Cypress | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle Los Alamitos | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MIRACLE LAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Cypress | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,235
Median Home Value
$525,100
Median Rent
$1,696/mo
Population
13,743
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
45%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
33.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary has a median household income of $76,235. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $525,100, with a median rent of $1,696/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.7 |
| Binkley Elementary Charter Santa Rosa, CA | 4.7 |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta, CA | 4.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa, CA | 4.7 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary
What grades does Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary serve?
Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary?
Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary rank in CA?
Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary is ranked #7998 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary has a composite rating of 4.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary has 24.2% math proficiency and 34.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Furgeson (venn W.) Elementary?
96.3% of students at Furgeson (venn W.) 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
- City Safety
- High (2,839/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Hawaiian Gardens). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 229-7855
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #28 of 30
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