Very Good
#3269 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Rosita Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
4726 Hazard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,269 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#11 of 73
public schools
In district
#43 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Rosita Elementary
Rosita Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Rosita Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rosita Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rosita Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
31% of students at Rosita Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Rosita Elementary — Students at Rosita Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How Rosita Elementary Compares
See how Rosita 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
4726 Hazard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rosita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Excelsior Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morningside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | — |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Heritage Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| King of Kings Christian Academy Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mitchell Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Excelsior Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Ocia A. Peters Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Edward Russell Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 1.2 mi | — |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rosita Elementary
What grades does Rosita Elementary serve?
Rosita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rosita Elementary?
Rosita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rosita Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rosita Elementary rank in CA?
Rosita Elementary ranks #3,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rosita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rosita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Rosita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosita Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rosita Elementary a charter school?
No, Rosita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rosita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rosita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosita Elementary?
89.8% of students at Rosita 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6418
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #43 of 64
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