Below Average
#8295 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary
Elementary School · Anaheim Elementary
810 North Gilbert St., Anaheim, CA 92801
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,295 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#58 of 65
public schools
In district
#20 of 24
Anaheim Elementary
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Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary
Elementary School in Anaheim · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Anaheim, CA, part of Anaheim Elementary. Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary runs 23:1 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.
41% of students at Gauer (melbourne A.) 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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Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary — Students at Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
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: 3.4/10.
How Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary Compares
See how Gauer (melbourne A.) 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
810 North Gilbert St., Anaheim, CA 92801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Peter Marshall (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walt Disney (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACACIAWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Anaheim | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Brookhurst Junior High Anaheim | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Savanna High Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Juliette Low School of the Arts Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| digiTIES Anaheim | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Islamic Education School Anaheim | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Dr. Peter Marshall Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Marshall (John) Elementary Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Orangethorpe Elementary Fullerton | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Walt Disney Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Servite High School Anaheim | 1.0 mi | — |
| SERVITE HIGH SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Mattie Lou Maxwell Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Buena Park High Buena Park | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ANAHEIM MAGNOLIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Honors Academy Fullerton | 1.6 mi | — |
| Anaheim Magnolia Christian School Anaheim | 1.6 mi | — |
| Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Kids Adventure Learning Center Fullerton | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,477
Median Home Value
$632,600
Median Rent
$1,977/mo
Population
61,218
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
35.1
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| Amy B. Seibert Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.2 |
| Bahia Vista Elementary San Rafael, CA | 4.2 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary
What grades does Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary serve?
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary?
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary rank in CA?
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary ranks #8,295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gauer (melbourne A.) Elementary?
71.9% of students at Gauer (melbourne A.) 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
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (714) 517-8908
Resources & Links
District
Anaheim Elementary- District Enrollment
- 14,261
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,172
- District Rank
- #20 of 24
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