Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Edward Russell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward Russell Elementary serves the southeast part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically live about 5 to 10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge located half a mile from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward Russell Elementary School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Edward Russell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Russell Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#6425 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Russell Elementary School's ranking?
Edward Russell Elementary School is ranked #6425 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edward Russell Elementary School?
473 students attend Edward Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Edward Russell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward Russell Elementary School?
Edward Russell Elementary School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edward Russell Elementary School offer ?
Edward Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Edward Russell Elementary School part of?
Edward Russell Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward Russell Elementary School located?
Edward Russell Elementary School is located in the Santa Anita neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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