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#3908 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Merton E. Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
9681 11th St., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,908 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#39 of 51
public schools
In district
#49 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Merton E. Hill Elementary
Merton E. Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Merton E.
Hill Elementary serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Merton E. Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,908 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Merton E. Hill Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Merton E. Hill Elementary
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
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- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Merton E. Hill Elementary runs 22.5:1 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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Merton E. Hill Elementary — Students at Merton E. Hill Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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
→ 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: 4.9/10.
How Merton E. Hill Elementary Compares
See how Merton E. Hill 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
9681 11th St., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merton E. Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morningside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORANGE CRESCENT SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Orange Crescent Garden Grove | 0.1 mi | — |
| Bolsa Grande High Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| John Murdy Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 0.8 mi | — |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Leo Carrillo Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Jessie Hayden Elementary Midway City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merton E. Hill Elementary
What grades does Merton E. Hill Elementary serve?
Merton E. Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Merton E. Hill Elementary?
Merton E. Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merton E. Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Merton E. Hill Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merton E. Hill Elementary rank in CA?
Merton E. Hill Elementary ranks #3,908 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Merton E. Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Merton E. Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Merton E. Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Merton E. Hill Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Merton E. Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Merton E. Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merton E. Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Merton E. Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merton E. Hill Elementary?
86.7% of students at Merton E. Hill 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
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6561
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #49 of 64
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