Serving 904 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Patton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Patton Elementary serves the northwest part of Garden Grove, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patton Elementary School's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
904 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Unique and Amazing!
School Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patton Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#205 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
44%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-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
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton Elementary School's ranking?
Patton Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Patton Elementary School often compared to?
Patton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyal Barker Elementary School, Enders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Patton Elementary School?
904 students attend Patton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Patton Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patton Elementary School?
Patton Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Patton Elementary School offer ?
Patton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Patton Elementary School part of?
Patton Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Patton Elementary School located?
Patton Elementary School is located in the West Garden Grove neighborhood of Garden Grove, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in West Garden Grove.
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