Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-6, R. F. Hazard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. F. Hazard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
R. F. Hazard Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
R. F. Hazard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. F. Hazard Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1330 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. F. Hazard Elementary School's ranking?
R. F. Hazard Elementary School is ranked #1330 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend R. F. Hazard Elementary School?
420 students attend R. F. Hazard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of R. F. Hazard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. F. Hazard Elementary School?
R. F. Hazard Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does R. F. Hazard Elementary School offer ?
R. F. Hazard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is R. F. Hazard Elementary School part of?
R. F. Hazard Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is R. F. Hazard Elementary School located?
R. F. Hazard Elementary School is located in the Riverview West neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Riverview West.
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