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#5633 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mitchell Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
13451 Taft Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,633 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#45 of 51
public schools
In district
#58 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mitchell Elementary
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About Mitchell Elementary
Mitchell Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Mitchell Elementary serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,633 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mitchell Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mitchell Elementary runs 25:1 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.
39% of students at Mitchell Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mitchell Elementary — Students at Mitchell Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.6/10.
How Mitchell Elementary Compares
See how Mitchell 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
13451 Taft Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mitchell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,009
Median Home Value
$665,900
Median Rent
$1,878/mo
Population
46,553
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mitchell Elementary
What grades does Mitchell Elementary serve?
Mitchell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary?
Mitchell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mitchell Elementary rank in CA?
Mitchell Elementary ranks #5,633 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mitchell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Mitchell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mitchell Elementary a charter school?
No, Mitchell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mitchell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mitchell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mitchell Elementary?
87.0% of students at Mitchell 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6131
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #58 of 64
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