Serving 2,543 students in grades 9-12, Valencia High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valencia High School's student population of 2,543 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valencia High 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 Valencia High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1865 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
63%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia High School's ranking?
Valencia High School is ranked #1865 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valencia High School often compared to?
Valencia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorba Linda High School, El Dorado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valencia High School?
The graduation rate of Valencia High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valencia High School?
2,543 students attend Valencia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valencia High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valencia High School?
Valencia High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Valencia High School offer ?
Valencia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valencia High School part of?
Valencia High School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Winter Break - School Closed (Upcoming Events)
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Winter Break - School Closed (Upcoming Events)
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday)
Winter Break - School Closed (Upcoming Events)
December 25, 2024 (Wednesday)
Winter Break - School Closed (Upcoming Events)
December 26, 2024 (Thursday)
Winter Break - School Closed (Upcoming Events)
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
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