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#4866 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
11303 Sandstone St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,866 of 9,539
In Fountain Valley
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#51 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary
Elementary School in Fountain Valley · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary is a public elementary school in Fountain Valley, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Mamie L.
Northcutt Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,866 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% 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
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary runs 23.2:1 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.
35% of students at Mamie L. Northcutt 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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Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary — Students at Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
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: 5.2/10.
How Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary Compares
See how Mamie L. Northcutt 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
11303 Sandstone St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cox (James H.) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fountain Valley, see our Fountain Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Amigos High Fountain Valley | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Cox (James H.) Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Fountain Valley | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| SLATER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fountain Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Hector G. Godinez Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| La Quinta High Westminster | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Edward Russell Elementary Santa Ana | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Calvary Chapel Private School Program Santa Ana | 1.7 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Brood of Bees Costa Mesa | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,797
Median Home Value
$1,018,600
Median Rent
$2,507/mo
Population
56,358
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
43.7
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|---|---|
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.3 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary
What grades does Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary serve?
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary?
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary rank in CA?
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary ranks #4,866 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mamie L. Northcutt 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 Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary a charter school?
No, Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary?
79.7% of students at Mamie L. Northcutt 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6537
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #51 of 64
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