GUIN FOSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Guin Foss Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tustin Unified school district, located in Santa Ana, CA with about 443 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 16 teachers, Guin Foss Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Guin Foss Elementary School, located in the North Tustin/Santa Ana area of Orange County, serves as a neighborhood hub within the Tustin Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere where staff and families work collaboratively to support student success. The campus emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing strong academic foundations with a focus on character development and social-emotional growth.

Academically, Guin Foss is recognized for its commitment to high standards and personalized instruction. The school utilizes a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student population, often incorporating enrichment programs and extracurricular activities that encourage creativity and critical thinking. With a reputation for being a welcoming and inclusive environment, the school remains a popular choice for local families seeking a nurturing educational setting that prioritizes both achievement and a sense of belonging.

For more information, contact Guin Foss Elementary at (714) 730-7552 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

18492 Vanderlip Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92705-3242
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GUIN FOSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Santa Ana, CA with about 443 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Tustin Unified
Total Students:
443
Teachers:
16
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

* 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 443 students

Hispanic/Latino
57.3%
White
28.4%
Asian
8.8%
Two or more races
4.1%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

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.