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#4867 of 9,539 schools in CA
Parkview Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
12272 Wilken Way, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,867 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#41 of 51
public schools
In district
#52 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Parkview Elementary
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About Parkview Elementary
Parkview Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Parkview Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,867 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Parkview Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Parkview Elementary runs 23.2:1 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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Parkview Elementary — Students at Parkview Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 4.5/10.
How Parkview Elementary Compares
See how Parkview 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
12272 Wilken Way, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Warren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Village Bible Academy Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stoddard (Alexander J.) Elementary Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Mark Twain Special Center Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CHRIST CATHEDRAL ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Christ Cathedral Academy Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lampson Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CHAPMAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Garden Grove High Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Garden Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Orange Grove Elementary Anaheim | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,555
Median Home Value
$746,900
Median Rent
$1,955/mo
Population
54,475
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkview Elementary
What grades does Parkview Elementary serve?
Parkview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Parkview Elementary?
Parkview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkview Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkview Elementary rank in CA?
Parkview Elementary ranks #4,867 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Parkview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Parkview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkview Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Parkview Elementary a charter school?
No, Parkview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Parkview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkview Elementary?
80.9% of students at Parkview 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
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6266
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #52 of 64
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