Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ernest O. Lawrence 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Ernest O. Lawrence 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 Ernest O. Lawrence 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
#4156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School's ranking?
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School is ranked #4156 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School often compared to?
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. G. Cook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School?
447 students attend Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School?
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School offer ?
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School part of?
Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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