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#3689 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Ocia A. Peters Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
13162 Newhope St., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,689 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#37 of 51
public schools
In district
#47 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Ocia A. Peters Elementary
Ocia A. Peters Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Ocia A.
Peters Elementary serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocia A. Peters Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,689 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocia A. Peters Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ocia A. Peters Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
30% of students at Ocia A. Peters 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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Ocia A. Peters Elementary — Students at Ocia A. Peters Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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: 6.6/10.
How Ocia A. Peters Elementary Compares
See how Ocia A. Peters 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
13162 Newhope St., Garden Grove, CA 92843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocia A. Peters Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 0.3 mi | — |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Clinton Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| ORANGEWOOD ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamos Elementary Murrieta, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonsall Elementary Bonsall, CA | 6.9 |
| Brookside Elementary Beaumont, CA | 6.9 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville, CA | 6.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bell Gardens, CA | 6.9 |
| Columbia Elementary El Monte, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocia A. Peters Elementary
What grades does Ocia A. Peters Elementary serve?
Ocia A. Peters Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ocia A. Peters Elementary?
Ocia A. Peters Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocia A. Peters Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocia A. Peters Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocia A. Peters Elementary rank in CA?
Ocia A. Peters Elementary ranks #3,689 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ocia A. Peters Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocia A. Peters Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ocia A. Peters Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocia A. Peters Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocia A. Peters Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocia A. Peters Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocia A. Peters Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocia A. Peters Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocia A. Peters Elementary?
84.2% of students at Ocia A. Peters 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
- 912
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6085
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #47 of 64
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