Very Good
#1930 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Marie L. Hare High
High School · Garden Grove Unified
12012 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,930 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#28 of 51
public schools
In district
#35 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Marie L. Hare High
Marie L. Hare High is a public high school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Marie L.
Hare High serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marie L. Hare High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marie L. Hare High show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Marie L. Hare High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Marie L. Hare High — Students at Marie L. Hare High score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Marie L. Hare High Compares
See how Marie L. Hare High 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
12012 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marie L. Hare High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rancho Alamitos High (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alamitos Intermediate (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Esther L. Walter Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Meairs Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy Stanton | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
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 Marie L. Hare High
What grades does Marie L. Hare High serve?
Marie L. Hare High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Marie L. Hare High?
Marie L. Hare High has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie L. Hare High?
The student-teacher ratio at Marie L. Hare High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marie L. Hare High rank in CA?
Marie L. Hare High ranks #1,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marie L. Hare High's MySchoolScout rating?
Marie L. Hare High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Marie L. Hare High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie L. Hare High has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marie L. Hare High a charter school?
No, Marie L. Hare High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marie L. Hare High a Title I school?
No, Marie L. Hare High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marie L. Hare High?
84.1% of students at Marie L. Hare High 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 663-6508
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #35 of 64
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