Very Good
#2141 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Garden Grove Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
18141 Valerio St., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,141 of 9,539
In Reseda
#3 of 20
public schools
In district
#234 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden Grove Elementary
Garden Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Garden Grove Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,141 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Grove Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garden Grove Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.
33% of students at Garden Grove 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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Garden Grove Elementary — Students at Garden Grove Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.7/10.
How Garden Grove Elementary Compares
See how Garden Grove 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
18141 Valerio St., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Magnolia Science Academy 7 (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Northridge), a more accessible option. Another option is Lorne Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Northridge), a more accessible option. Additionally, LITTLE ACORNS GROW (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Science Academy Reseda | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Reseda Elementary Reseda | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Smart Generation Reseda | 0.7 mi | — |
| Cantara Street Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| John R. Wooden High Reseda | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Zane Grey Continuation Reseda | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Reseda Charter High Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Blythe Street Elementary Reseda | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| James Jordan Middle Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Newcastle Elementary Reseda | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| The City School Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 7 Northridge | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Little Acorns Grow Reseda | 1.1 mi | — |
| LITTLE ACORNS GROW Reseda | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lorne Street Elementary Northridge | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Grove Elementary
What grades does Garden Grove Elementary serve?
Garden Grove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Grove Elementary?
Garden Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Grove Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Grove Elementary rank in CA?
Garden Grove Elementary ranks #2,141 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garden Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Garden Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Grove Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Grove Elementary?
90.7% of students at Garden Grove 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (818) 343-4762
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #234 of 769
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