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J. H. McGaugh Elementary

Los Alamitos Unified · Orange County · 1698 Bolsa Avenue, Seal Beach, CA 90740-6212

(562) 799-4560 · mcgaugh.losal.org/

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9/10
#960
Rank 960 out of 5,722
Top 17%
English Language Arts9/10 · #963 · 83rd percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #910 · 84th percentile
Science8/10 · #1150 · 79th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the laid-back beach community of Seal Beach, McGaugh Elementary is a standout in the already well-regarded Los Alamitos Unified district, consistently scoring in the 80th percentile range across English, math, and science. The school draws families who want strong academics without sacrificing that small-town, coastal feel — Seal Beach has a genuine Main Street vibe, with local shops and easy beach access that make it feel worlds away from the bustle of greater LA. It's a great fit for families who value a tight-knit school community alongside solid classroom performance.

Student Demographics

346 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
181 (52%)
Hispanic
89 (26%)
Multiple Races
36 (10%)
Asian
27 (8%)
Filipino
7 (2%)
Other
6 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged66 (19%)
Students with Disabilities85 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

721
Enrollment
37.1
Teachers (FTE)
19.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
24.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2839 · 53rd percentile

103 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found