Very Good
#2101 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Gilbert Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
9551 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,101 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#29 of 51
public schools
In district
#36 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Gilbert Elementary
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About Gilbert Elementary
Gilbert Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Gilbert Elementary serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilbert Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gilbert Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gilbert Elementary runs 24.7:1 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.
36% of students at Gilbert 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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Gilbert Elementary — Students at Gilbert Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.3/10.
How Gilbert Elementary Compares
See how Gilbert 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
9551 Orangewood Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gilbert Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr. Jonas E. Salk (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Louis G. Zeyen Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 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 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Esther L. Walter Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Magnolia High Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Montessori House of Children Anaheim | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Anaheim | 1.5 mi | — |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | — |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,975
Median Home Value
$766,400
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,514
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
40.6
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|---|---|
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gilbert Elementary
What grades does Gilbert Elementary serve?
Gilbert Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary?
Gilbert Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gilbert Elementary rank in CA?
Gilbert Elementary ranks #2,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gilbert Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gilbert 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 Gilbert Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gilbert Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gilbert Elementary a charter school?
No, Gilbert Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gilbert Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gilbert Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gilbert Elementary?
79.9% of students at Gilbert 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
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6318
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #36 of 64
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