Excellent
#270 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 3% 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
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Garden Grove
#2 of 51
public schools
California elementary schools
#213 of 5,817
In district
#3 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Merton E. Hill Elementary
Merton E. Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of the Garden Grove Unified. The school serves approximately 270 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.5:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 56% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 10 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,590, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What's said publicly about Merton E. Hill Elementary
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What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Merton E. Hill Elementary is 22.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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: 25%).
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 14 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: 9.6/10.
How Merton E. Hill Elementary Compares
See how Merton E. Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 64.29% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 61.48% (2024).
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. Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Murdy Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 | 7.9 |
| John Murdy Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 0.8 mi | — |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Leo Carrillo Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Jessie Hayden Elementary Midway City | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Merton E. Hill Elementary has a median household income of $73,590. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $706,900, with a median rent of $1,989/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aragon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair, CA | 8.9 |
| Christopher Dena Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Cortada Elementary El Monte, CA | 8.9 |
| Del Amo Elementary Carson, CA | 8.9 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito, CA | 8.9 |
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 is ranked #270 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Merton E. Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Merton E. Hill Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Merton E. Hill Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Merton E. Hill Elementary has 56.2% math proficiency and 55.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 80 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 41 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 62 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,050/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (714) 663-6561
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #3 of 64
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