Below Average
#8491 of 9,539 schools in CA
Martin R. Heninger Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
417 West Walnut St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,491 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#63 of 73
public schools
In district
#43 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Martin R. Heninger Elementary
Martin R. Heninger Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Martin R.
Heninger Elementary serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin R. Heninger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin R. Heninger Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Martin R. Heninger Elementary runs 22.7:1 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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Martin R. Heninger Elementary — Students at Martin R. Heninger Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Martin R. Heninger Elementary Compares
See how Martin R. Heninger 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
417 West Walnut St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin R. Heninger Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heroes Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward B. Cole Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wallace R. Davis Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | — |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Willard Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Heroes Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Wallace R. Davis Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$608,300
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
48,272
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33
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|---|---|
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Columbia Elementary Lancaster, CA | 4.1 |
| Crowell Elementary Turlock, CA | 4.1 |
| Elkhorn Elementary Castroville, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin R. Heninger Elementary
What grades does Martin R. Heninger Elementary serve?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Martin R. Heninger Elementary?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin R. Heninger Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin R. Heninger Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin R. Heninger Elementary rank in CA?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary ranks #8,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin R. Heninger Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Martin R. Heninger Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin R. Heninger Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin R. Heninger Elementary a charter school?
No, Martin R. Heninger Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin R. Heninger Elementary a Title I school?
No, Martin R. Heninger Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin R. Heninger Elementary?
86.3% of students at Martin R. Heninger 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (714) 953-3800
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #43 of 51
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