Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Loyal Barker Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loyal Barker 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
Diversity
School Overview
Loyal Barker Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loyal Barker 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 Loyal Barker Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#342 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loyal Barker Elementary School's ranking?
Loyal Barker Elementary School is ranked #342 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Loyal Barker Elementary School often compared to?
Loyal Barker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enders Elementary School, Patton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loyal Barker Elementary School?
444 students attend Loyal Barker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Loyal Barker Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loyal Barker Elementary School?
Loyal Barker Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loyal Barker Elementary School offer ?
Loyal Barker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Loyal Barker Elementary School part of?
Loyal Barker Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Loyal Barker Elementary School located?
Loyal Barker 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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