Excellent
#685 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
R. F. Hazard Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
4218 West Hazard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#685 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#2 of 73
public schools
In district
#12 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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R. F. Hazard Elementary
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About R. F. Hazard Elementary
R. F. Hazard Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified.
R. F. Hazard Elementary serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. F. Hazard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for R. F. Hazard Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% 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
R. F. Hazard Elementary runs 24.7:1 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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R. F. Hazard Elementary — Students at R. F. Hazard Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 9.3/10.
How R. F. Hazard Elementary Compares
See how R. F. Hazard 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
4218 West Hazard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. F. Hazard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newhope Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Rosita Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Woodbury Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | — |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Heritage Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Edward Russell Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Santiago High Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Clinton Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ORANGEWOOD ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| Romero-Cruz Academy Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,817
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,922/mo
Population
62,223
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, CA | 8.6 |
| Charnock Road Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. F. Hazard Elementary
What grades does R. F. Hazard Elementary serve?
R. F. Hazard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend R. F. Hazard Elementary?
R. F. Hazard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. F. Hazard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at R. F. Hazard Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. F. Hazard Elementary rank in CA?
R. F. Hazard Elementary ranks #685 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is R. F. Hazard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
R. F. Hazard 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 R. F. Hazard Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. F. Hazard Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R. F. Hazard Elementary a charter school?
No, R. F. Hazard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. F. Hazard Elementary a Title I school?
No, R. F. Hazard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. F. Hazard Elementary?
92.4% of students at R. F. Hazard 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
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6403
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #12 of 64
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