Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Linton T. Simmons 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linton T. Simmons Elementary serves the east part of Garden Grove, CA, covering an approximate area of 0.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linton T. Simmons Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linton T. Simmons 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 Linton T. Simmons Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#4065 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linton T. Simmons Elementary School's ranking?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary School is ranked #4065 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Linton T. Simmons Elementary School?
247 students attend Linton T. Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Linton T. Simmons Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linton T. Simmons Elementary School?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Linton T. Simmons Elementary School offer ?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Linton T. Simmons Elementary School part of?
Linton T. Simmons Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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