Very Good
#1737 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12081 South Magnolia St., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,737 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#27 of 51
public schools
In district
#34 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Louis G. Zeyen Elementary
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About Louis G. Zeyen Elementary
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Louis G.
Zeyen Elementary serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Louis G. Zeyen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,737 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Louis G. Zeyen Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary runs 24.8:1 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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Louis G. Zeyen Elementary — Students at Louis G. Zeyen Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
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
→ 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 Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Compares
See how Louis G. Zeyen 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
12081 South Magnolia St., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Louis G. Zeyen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dr. Jonas E. Salk (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wakeham Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Esther L. Walter Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Meairs Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy Stanton | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Montessori House of Children Anaheim | 2.0 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Louis G. Zeyen Elementary
What grades does Louis G. Zeyen Elementary serve?
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Louis G. Zeyen Elementary?
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Louis G. Zeyen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Louis G. Zeyen Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Louis G. Zeyen Elementary rank in CA?
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary ranks #1,737 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Louis G. Zeyen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Louis G. Zeyen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Louis G. Zeyen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Louis G. Zeyen Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Louis G. Zeyen Elementary a charter school?
No, Louis G. Zeyen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Louis G. Zeyen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Louis G. Zeyen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Louis G. Zeyen Elementary?
83.9% of students at Louis G. Zeyen 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
- 223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6535
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #34 of 64
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