Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Linda Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linda Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Linda Vista Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Linda Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linda Vista Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#437 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
17%
12%

Hispanic
23%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
50%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Linda Vista Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Linda Vista Elementary School?
375 students attend Linda Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Linda Vista Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linda Vista Elementary School?
Linda Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Linda Vista Elementary School offer ?
Linda Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Linda Vista Elementary School part of?
Linda Vista Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Minimum Day -Last Day of School (Events)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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