Excellent
#862 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% 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
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Garden Grove
#11 of 51
public schools
California elementary schools
#626 of 5,817
In district
#13 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Patton Elementary
Patton Elementary is a public elementary school in Garden Grove, CA, part of the Garden Grove Unified. The school serves approximately 908 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 26.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91st percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 80% proficiency in math, 41 points above the state average and 84% in reading/language arts, 38 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $133,564, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Patton Elementary is 26.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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: 54%).
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 12 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: 9.1/10.
How Patton Elementary Compares
See how Patton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 77% (2019) to 79.85% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 80% (2019) to 84.42% (2024).
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. Cerritos Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Enders Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garden Park Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar 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 | 8.0 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Loyal Barker Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Garden Park Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| 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 | 8.6 |
| Cerritos Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Hansen Elementary Anaheim | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Finley Elementary Westminster | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Sequoia Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Johnson Middle Westminster | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Rancho Alamitos High Garden Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Frank Vessels Elementary Cypress | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Patton Elementary has a median household income of $133,564. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $882,600, with a median rent of $2,531/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.3 |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Chino, CA | 8.3 |
| Cottonwood Creek Dublin, CA | 8.3 |
| Hancock Park Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.3 |
| John Fremont Elementary Modesto, CA | 8.3 |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
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 is ranked #862 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Patton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Patton Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Patton Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Patton Elementary has 79.6% math proficiency and 83.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 66 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 33 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 54 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,050/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (714) 663-6584
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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