Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Linda Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Linda Vista Elementary serves a central area within Placentia, CA, covering approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles from the school.
- 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
School Overview
Linda Vista Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Linda Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linda Vista Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#540 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Linda Vista Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Linda Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Linda Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linda Vista Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
387 students attend Linda Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Linda Vista Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linda Vista Elementary School?
Linda Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, 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 - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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