Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brookhurst Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookhurst Elementary serves the northern part of Garden Grove, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookhurst Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookhurst Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookhurst Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Brookhurst Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brookhurst Elementary School?
427 students attend Brookhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brookhurst Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookhurst Elementary School?
Brookhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brookhurst Elementary School offer ?
Brookhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Brookhurst Elementary School part of?
Brookhurst Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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