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#6138 of 9,539 schools in CA
Meairs Elementary
Elementary School · Westminster
8441 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,138 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#46 of 51
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Westminster
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Meairs Elementary
Meairs Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Westminster. Meairs Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Meairs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,138 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Meairs Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Meairs 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.
Score Breakdown
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Meairs Elementary — Students at Meairs Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.7/10.
How Meairs Elementary Compares
See how Meairs 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
8441 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meairs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louis G. Zeyen Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakeham Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Warner Middle Westminster | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Webber Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Bolsa Grande High Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Midway City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Jessie Hayden Elementary Midway City | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Blessed Sacrament School Westminster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | — |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,590
Median Home Value
$706,900
Median Rent
$1,989/mo
Population
22,719
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.9
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| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meairs Elementary
What grades does Meairs Elementary serve?
Meairs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meairs Elementary?
Meairs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meairs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meairs 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 Meairs Elementary rank in CA?
Meairs Elementary ranks #6,138 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Meairs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meairs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Meairs Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meairs Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meairs Elementary a charter school?
No, Meairs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meairs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meairs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meairs Elementary?
89.7% of students at Meairs 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (714) 372-8800
Resources & Links
District
Westminster- District Enrollment
- 7,950
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,754
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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