Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified

The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District in California serves 34 schools, including 21 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 5 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. The district is ranked 277 out of 1,568 districts in the state and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

The district has several standout schools, including Golden Elementary, which is ranked 12th out of 5,862 elementary schools in California and rated 5 out of 5 stars. Other high-performing schools include Bryant Ranch Elementary, Yorba Linda High, and Esperanza High, all of which are rated 5 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The district's alternative schools, such as Buena Vista Virtual Academy, also demonstrate strong performance with high graduation rates and test scores.

While the district as a whole is performing well, there is significant variation in the performance of individual schools. Some schools, like Melrose Elementary and El Camino Real Continuation High, struggle with low test scores and high chronic absenteeism. This suggests the need to address equity and ensure all students have access to a high-quality education within the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.