Excellent
#686 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Morningside Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
10521 Morningside Dr., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#686 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#9 of 51
public schools
In district
#13 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Morningside Elementary
Morningside Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Morningside Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Morningside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #686 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Morningside Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Morningside Elementary runs 25.1:1 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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Morningside Elementary — Students at Morningside Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Morningside Elementary Compares
See how Morningside 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
10521 Morningside Dr., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morningside 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 slightly higher. Another option is Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Westminster), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 0.8 mi | — |
| Orange Crescent Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| ORANGE CRESCENT SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Merton E. Hill Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, CA | 8.6 |
| Charnock Road Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morningside Elementary
What grades does Morningside Elementary serve?
Morningside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Morningside Elementary?
Morningside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Morningside Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morningside Elementary rank in CA?
Morningside Elementary ranks #686 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Morningside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Morningside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Morningside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morningside Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Morningside Elementary a charter school?
No, Morningside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morningside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Morningside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morningside Elementary?
71.8% of students at Morningside 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
- 426
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6328
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #13 of 64
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