Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wakeham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (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 26:1 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wakeham Elementary School's student population of 307 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wakeham 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 Wakeham Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakeham Elementary School's ranking?
Wakeham Elementary School is ranked #3770 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?
45-49% 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 Wakeham Elementary School?
307 students attend Wakeham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wakeham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakeham Elementary School?
Wakeham Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wakeham Elementary School offer ?
Wakeham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wakeham Elementary School part of?
Wakeham Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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