JOHN MURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John Murdy Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Garden Grove Unified school district, located in Garden Grove, CA with about 462 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, John Murdy Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John Murdy Elementary School is a public school located in Garden Grove, California, serving students as part of the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD). The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the personal growth of its diverse student population. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the school utilizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while encouraging critical thinking and collaborative skills.

Beyond academics, John Murdy Elementary places a high value on community and school culture. The staff works closely with parents and local stakeholders to ensure that students feel welcomed and challenged. By offering a variety of programs and resources, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is provided the tools necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. For more detailed information regarding their programs, calendar, and staff, interested parties can visit their official district webpage.

For more information, contact John Murdy Elementary at (714) 663-6405 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14851 Donegal Dr.
Garden Grove, CA 92844-3237
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JOHN MURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Garden Grove, CA with about 462 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
462
Teachers:
18
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 462 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOHN MURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Asian, representing about 76% of the student body.

Asian
76.2%
Hispanic/Latino
13.9%
Two or more races
5.2%
White
3.0%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.