Valencia High School is a high school in Placentia, California under the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Many of Valencia's buildings, including the auditorium and cafeteria, were built during the Great Depression by the WPA.
Serving 2,424 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 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (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 2,424 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1933
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Valencia High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia High School is 0.53, 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
#1810 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia High School's ranking?
Valencia High School is ranked #1810 out of 9,523 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valencia High School?
2,424 students attend Valencia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Valencia High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia High School?
Valencia High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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.
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