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#4869 of 9,539 schools in CA
Linton T. Simmons Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
11602 Steele Dr., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,869 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#43 of 51
public schools
In district
#54 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Linton T. Simmons Elementary
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About Linton T. Simmons Elementary
Linton T. Simmons Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Linton T.
Simmons Elementary serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Linton T. Simmons Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,869 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Linton T. Simmons Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Linton T. Simmons Elementary runs 24:1 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.
39% of students at Linton T. Simmons 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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Linton T. Simmons Elementary — Students at Linton T. Simmons Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 5.7/10.
How Linton T. Simmons Elementary Compares
See how Linton T. Simmons 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
11602 Steele Dr., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Linton T. Simmons Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilbert Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | — |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Loara High Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| Palm Lane Global Academy Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
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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|---|---|
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas, CA | 6.3 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Linton T. Simmons Elementary
What grades does Linton T. Simmons Elementary serve?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Linton T. Simmons Elementary?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linton T. Simmons Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Linton T. Simmons Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linton T. Simmons Elementary rank in CA?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary ranks #4,869 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Linton T. Simmons Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Linton T. Simmons Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linton T. Simmons Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Linton T. Simmons Elementary a charter school?
No, Linton T. Simmons Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linton T. Simmons Elementary a Title I school?
No, Linton T. Simmons Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linton T. Simmons Elementary?
93.2% of students at Linton T. Simmons 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
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6096
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #54 of 64
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