Excellent
#752 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Loyal Barker Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12565 Springdale St., Garden Grove, CA 92845
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Garden Grove
#8 of 51
public schools
California elementary schools
#549 of 5,817
In district
#10 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Loyal Barker Elementary
Loyal Barker Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of the Garden Grove Unified. The school serves approximately 483 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 25.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 79% proficiency in math, 41 points above the state average and 87% in reading/language arts, 42 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $133,564, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Loyal Barker Elementary is 25.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Loyal Barker Elementary — Students at Loyal Barker Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 9.1/10.
How Loyal Barker Elementary Compares
See how Loyal Barker Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 78.79% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 83% (2019) to 87.88% (2024).
Location
12565 Springdale St., Garden Grove, CA 92845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loyal Barker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Enders Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Garden Park Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fryberger Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Westminster), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Garden Park Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Pacifica High Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Montessori Greenhouse Schools, LLC Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Patton Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Sequoia Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Finley Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Fryberger Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Johnson Middle Westminster | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Eastwood Elementary Westminster | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL Westminster | 1.5 mi | — |
| Little Light Westminster | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS WORLD Westminster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY Huntington Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Westminster High Westminster | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,564
Median Home Value
$882,600
Median Rent
$2,531/mo
Population
15,484
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
43.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Loyal Barker Elementary has a median household income of $133,564. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $882,600, with a median rent of $2,531/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loyal Barker Elementary
What grades does Loyal Barker Elementary serve?
Loyal Barker Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Loyal Barker Elementary?
Loyal Barker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loyal Barker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loyal Barker Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loyal Barker Elementary rank in CA?
Loyal Barker Elementary is ranked #752 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Loyal Barker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loyal Barker Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Loyal Barker Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Loyal Barker Elementary has 79.0% math proficiency and 87.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Loyal Barker Elementary a charter school?
No, Loyal Barker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loyal Barker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loyal Barker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loyal Barker Elementary?
31.3% of students at Loyal Barker 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 28 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 35 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 45 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,050/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 663-6164
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #10 of 64
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