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James Monroe Elementary

Garden Grove Unified · Orange County · 16225 Newhope Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708-1703

(714) 663-6264 · monroe.ggusd.us

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7/10
#1956
Rank 1956 out of 5,722
Top 34%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2038 · 64th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1705 · 70th percentile
Science6/10 · #2394 · 57th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the quiet, family-friendly streets of Fountain Valley, James Monroe Elementary offers a solid academic program that consistently performs above state averages, with particular strength in math. Fountain Valley itself has long been a draw for families who want the calm of a suburban neighborhood without straying too far from the best of Orange County — good parks, easy access to the coast, and a strong sense of community pride. Families looking for a dependable neighborhood school in a area known for its tight-knit feel will find Monroe a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

254 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
223 (88%)
White
14 (6%)
Asian
7 (3%)
Multiple Races
6 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners100 (39%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged181 (71%)
Students with Disabilities21 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

555
Enrollment
23.5
Teachers (FTE)
23.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
25.3
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 Programs8/10 · #1366 · 77th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found