Excellent
#687 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Patton Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
6861 Santa Rita Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92845
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#687 of 9,539
In Garden Grove
#10 of 51
public schools
In district
#14 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Patton Elementary
Patton Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Patton Elementary serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Patton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #687 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Patton Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% 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
Patton Elementary runs 26.7:1 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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Patton Elementary — Students at Patton Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Patton Elementary Compares
See how Patton 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
6861 Santa Rita Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Patton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loyal Barker Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Enders Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garden Park Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacifica High Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Loyal Barker Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Garden Park Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Wakeham Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Montessori Greenhouse Schools, LLC Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Fryberger Elementary Westminster | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Cerritos Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Hansen Elementary Anaheim | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Finley Elementary Westminster | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sequoia Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Johnson Middle Westminster | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Frank Vessels Elementary Cypress | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,564
Median Home Value
$882,600
Median Rent
$2,531/mo
Population
15,484
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch, CA | 8.6 |
| Design 39 Campus San Diego, CA | 8.6 |
| Donlon Elementary Pleasanton, CA | 8.6 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patton Elementary
What grades does Patton Elementary serve?
Patton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Patton Elementary?
Patton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Patton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Patton Elementary is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Patton Elementary rank in CA?
Patton Elementary ranks #687 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Patton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Patton 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 Patton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Patton Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Patton Elementary a charter school?
No, Patton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Patton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Patton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Patton Elementary?
37.9% of students at Patton 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
- 908
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6584
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #14 of 64
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