Excellent
#584 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Garden Grove High
High School · Garden Grove Unified
11271 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
2,198
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,198
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#584 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#8 of 51
public schools
In district
#11 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden Grove High
Garden Grove High is a public high school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Garden Grove High serves approximately 2,198 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Grove High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Grove High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Garden Grove High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Garden Grove High is a large school: 2,198 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Garden Grove High runs 22.7:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Garden Grove High — Students at Garden Grove High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Garden Grove High Compares
See how Garden Grove High 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
11271 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Grove High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
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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|---|---|
| Clovis North High Fresno, CA | 8.7 |
| John Marshall Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 8.7 |
| King/Drew Medical Magnet High Los Angeles, CA | 8.7 |
| Lowell High San Francisco, CA | 8.7 |
| Marina High Huntington Beach, CA | 8.7 |
| OCSA Santa Ana, CA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Grove High
What grades does Garden Grove High serve?
Garden Grove High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Garden Grove High?
Garden Grove High has an enrollment of approximately 2,198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Grove High?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Grove High is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Grove High rank in CA?
Garden Grove High ranks #584 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garden Grove High's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Grove High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Grove High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Grove High a charter school?
No, Garden Grove High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Grove High a Title I school?
No, Garden Grove High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Grove High?
84.2% of students at Garden Grove High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6115
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #11 of 64
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