ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Orange Grove Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Whittier City school district, located in Whittier, CA with about 405 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, Orange Grove 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.

Orange Grove Elementary School is a public school located in Whittier, California, serving as part of the Whittier City School District. Situated at 10626 E. Orange Grove Ave., the school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare children for success in their future educational endeavors while cultivating a strong sense of community.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Whittier City School District, which prioritizes innovation, inclusivity, and high academic standards. Families interested in enrollment, specific school programs, or current news regarding campus events can find detailed information on the official district website at [http://www.whittiercity.net](http://www.whittiercity.net). Through its dedicated staff and focus on student-centered instruction, Orange Grove Elementary remains a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, striving to provide a safe and effective foundation for young learners.

For more information, contact Orange Grove Elementary at (562) 789-3200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10626 E. Orange Grove Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601-2145
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ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Whittier, CA with about 405 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Whittier City
Total Students:
405
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 405 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 91% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
90.6%
White
3.7%
Two or more races
3.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.7%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Black or African American
0.2%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

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.