Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Valadez Middle School Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valadez Middle School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valadez Middle School Academy's student population of 557 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valadez Middle School Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valadez Middle School Academy is 0.10, 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
#7216 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Valadez Middle School Academy's ranking?
Valadez Middle School Academy is ranked #7216 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valadez Middle School Academy?
557 students attend Valadez Middle School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Valadez Middle School Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valadez Middle School Academy?
Valadez Middle School Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valadez Middle School Academy offer ?
Valadez Middle School Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valadez Middle School Academy part of?
Valadez Middle School Academy is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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April 14, 2025 (Monday)
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