Summary:
The 92843 zip code area of Garden Grove, California is home to 12 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, all part of the Garden Grove Unified School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 402 out of 1,568 in California and has a 4-star rating, the schools in this area show a wide range of academic performance.
The standout schools in the 92843 zip code are Thomas Paine Elementary, Excelsior Elementary, and Morningside Elementary, all of which have 4 or 5-star ratings and consistently high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, often exceeding district and state averages. In contrast, other schools in the area struggle, with some having proficiency rates as low as 55% in 6th grade.
The data also reveals significant disparities in student outcomes, with a clear correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance. Schools with high rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch tend to have the lowest test scores. Additionally, chronic absenteeism is a concern at several schools, ranging from 15.6% to 37.7%. While the top-performing schools demonstrate that high-quality instruction can help students achieve at high levels, even in high-poverty areas, the data suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to raise achievement across the district.
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