Garden Grove High School is a public high school located in Garden Grove, California. It is a member of the Garden Grove Unified School District and serves the northeast portion of the city and a small portion of southern Anaheim.
Serving 2,148 students in grades 9-12, Garden Grove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garden Grove High School's student population of 2,148 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride, Performance, and the Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Garden Grove High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Grove High School is 0.57, 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
#1868 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Grove High School's ranking?
Garden Grove High School is ranked #1868 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garden Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Garden Grove High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Garden Grove High School?
2,148 students attend Garden Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Garden Grove High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Grove High School?
Garden Grove High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garden Grove High School offer ?
Garden Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Garden Grove High School part of?
Garden Grove High School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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