Excellent
#829 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
John H. Eader Elementary
Elementary School · Huntington Beach City Elementary
9291 Banning Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#829 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#3 of 32
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Huntington Beach City Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John H. Eader Elementary
John H. Eader Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach City Elementary. John H.
Eader Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John H. Eader Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John H. Eader Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John H. Eader Elementary runs 26.4:1 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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John H. Eader Elementary — Students at John H. Eader Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.5%
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: 9.0/10.
How John H. Eader Elementary Compares
See how John H. Eader 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
9291 Banning Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John H. Eader Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ralph E. Hawes Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Newland (William T.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, S. A. Moffett Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison High Huntington Beach | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Ralph E. Hawes Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Whittier Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY Costa Mesa | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa | 1.8 mi | — |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Carden Hall, Inc Newport Beach | 1.8 mi | — |
| Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach | 2.2 mi | — |
| Pacifica Christian High School-Orange County Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Estancia High Costa Mesa | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,841
Median Home Value
$1,031,700
Median Rent
$2,570/mo
Population
55,814
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
47.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John H. Eader Elementary
What grades does John H. Eader Elementary serve?
John H. Eader Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John H. Eader Elementary?
John H. Eader Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John H. Eader Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John H. Eader Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John H. Eader Elementary rank in CA?
John H. Eader Elementary ranks #829 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John H. Eader Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John H. Eader 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 John H. Eader Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John H. Eader Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John H. Eader Elementary a charter school?
No, John H. Eader Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John H. Eader Elementary a Title I school?
No, John H. Eader Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John H. Eader Elementary?
26.5% of students at John H. Eader 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (714) 962-2451
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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