Excellent
#1402 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Post Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
14641 Ward St., Westminster, CA 92683
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,402 of 9,539
In Westminster
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#27 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Post Elementary
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About Post Elementary
Post Elementary is a public elementary school in Westminster, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Post Elementary serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Post Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Post Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Post Elementary runs 25.6:1 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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Post Elementary — Students at Post Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.0/10.
How Post Elementary Compares
See how Post 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
14641 Ward St., Westminster, CA 92683
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Post Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A. G. Cook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 0.4 mi | — |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Orange Crescent Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| ORANGE CRESCENT SCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| La Quinta High Westminster | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Merton E. Hill Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| John Murdy Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,703
Median Home Value
$820,000
Median Rent
$2,101/mo
Population
90,140
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
41.7
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|---|---|
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 8.1 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.1 |
| Blossom Hill Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 8.1 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek, CA | 8.1 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.1 |
| Carson-Gore Academy of Environmental Studies Los Angeles, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Post Elementary
What grades does Post Elementary serve?
Post Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Post Elementary?
Post Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Post Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Post Elementary is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Post Elementary rank in CA?
Post Elementary ranks #1,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Post Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Post Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Post Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Post Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Post Elementary a charter school?
No, Post Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Post Elementary a Title I school?
No, Post Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Post Elementary?
83.0% of students at Post 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
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6354
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #27 of 64
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