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#951 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Olive Crest Academy
Elementary School
13082 BOWEN ST, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#951 of 1,787
In Garden Grove
#6 of 9
public schools
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Olive Crest Academy
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About Olive Crest Academy
Olive Crest Academy is a private elementary school in Garden Grove, CA. Olive Crest Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Olive Crest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #951 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Olive Crest Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Olive Crest Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Olive Crest Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Olive Crest Academy compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Garden Grove, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Olive Crest Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Sunnyside Elementary | 7.3 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 5.9 |
| Excelsior Elementary | 8.9 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate | 8.5 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary | 9.2 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary | 9.1 |
| Brookhurst Elementary | 7.0 |
| Morningside Elementary | 8.6 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary | 7.0 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary | 6.9 |
| Woodbury Elementary | 7.1 |
| Merton E. Hill Elementary | 6.8 |
| Faylane Elementary | 8.2 |
| James Irvine Intermediate | 8.4 |
| Stanford Elementary | 7.7 |
| Mark Twain Special Center | 4.4 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary | 6.3 |
| Anderson Elementary | 4.9 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Garden Grove
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13082 BOWEN ST, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olive Crest Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Columban Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bolsa Grande High Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| Orange Crescent Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,975
Median Home Value
$766,400
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,514
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olive Crest Academy
What grades does Olive Crest Academy serve?
Olive Crest Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Olive Crest Academy?
Olive Crest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Crest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Olive Crest Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Olive Crest Academy rank in CA?
Olive Crest Academy ranks #951 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Olive Crest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Olive Crest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Olive Crest Academy a private school?
Yes, Olive Crest Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Olive Crest Academy a religious school?
No, Olive Crest Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 88% M / 12% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 620-7580
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