Excellent
#473 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% 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
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#473 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#5 of 51
public schools
In district
#6 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Loyal Barker Elementary
Loyal Barker Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Loyal Barker Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Loyal Barker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Loyal Barker Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Loyal Barker Elementary runs 25.4:1 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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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 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: 9.0/10.
How Loyal Barker Elementary Compares
See how Loyal Barker 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
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 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Patton Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garden Park Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable 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 | 8.1 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Garden Park Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Pacifica High Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| 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 | 8.6 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Sequoia Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Finley Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Fryberger Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Johnson Middle Westminster | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Eastwood Elementary Westminster | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| 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 | 8.3 |
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
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|---|---|
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara, CA | 8.8 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
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 ranks #473 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Loyal Barker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loyal Barker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Loyal Barker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loyal Barker Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6164
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #6 of 64
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