Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garden Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Garden Grove Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Grove Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2547 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
27%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Grove Elementary School is ranked #2547 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Garden Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Garden Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chain Of Lakes Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Garden Grove Elementary School?
691 students attend Garden Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Garden Grove Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Grove Elementary School?
Garden Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garden Grove Elementary School offer ?
Garden Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden Grove Elementary School part of?
Garden Grove Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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