Excellent
#824 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12181 West St., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#824 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#12 of 51
public schools
In district
#16 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary
Elementary School in Garden Grove · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Genevieve M.
Crosby Elementary serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary runs 23.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary — Students at Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
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: 8.8/10.
How Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Compares
See how Genevieve M. Crosby 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
12181 West St., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Earl Warren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| Parkview Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
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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|---|---|
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| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.5 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.5 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 8.5 |
| Cypress Elementary Newbury Park, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary
What grades does Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary serve?
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary?
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary rank in CA?
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary ranks #824 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary a charter school?
No, Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary a Title I school?
No, Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary?
81.7% of students at Genevieve M. Crosby 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
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6346
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #16 of 64
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