- Rio Vista Elementary — Grades K–5 · 647 students
- Bryant Ranch Elementary — Grades K–5 · 505 students
- Mabel M. Paine Elementary — Grades K–5 · 419 students
- Linda Vista Elementary — Grades K–5 · 387 students
- Lakeview Elementary — Grades K–5 · 381 students
- Rose Drive Elementary — Grades K–5 · 372 students
- Melrose Elementary — Grades K–5 · 354 students
- Kraemer Middle — Grades 7–8 · 889 students
- Yorba Linda Middle — Grades 6–8 · 818 students
- Orange County School of Computer Science — Grades 6–8 · 753 students
- Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle — Grades 7–8 · 566 students
- Valadez Middle School Academy — Grades 6–8 · 527 students
- Valencia High — Grades 9–12 · 2,411 students
- El Dorado High — Grades 9–12 · 1,998 students
- Yorba Linda High — Grades 9–12 · 1,631 students
- Esperanza High — Grades 9–12 · 1,393 students
- El Camino Real Continuation High — Grades 9–12 · 142 students
- Travis Ranch — Grades K–8 · 1,197 students
- Golden Elementary — Grades K–6 · 834 students
- Fairmont Elementary — Grades K–6 · 794 students
- Glenview Elementary — Grades K–6 · 601 students
- John O. Tynes Elementary — Grades K–6 · 591 students
- Van Buren Elementary — Grades K–6 · 538 students
- Woodsboro Elementary — Grades K–6 · 512 students
- Brookhaven Elementary — Grades K–6 · 482 students
- Sierra Vista Elementary — Grades K–6 · 454 students
- Charles Wagner Elementary — Grades K–6 · 440 students
- Topaz Elementary — Grades K–6 · 404 students
- Glenknoll Elementary — Grades K–6 · 390 students
- Morse Elementary — Grades K–6 · 382 students
- Ruby Drive Elementary — Grades K–6 · 373 students
- Parkview — Grades K–12 · 259 students
- George Key — Grades K–12 · 124 students
- Buena Vista Virtual Academy — Grades K–12 · 97 students
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| Metric | Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 34 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District
If you live in ZIP 92806 — Placentia-Yorba Linda, California — your assigned public schools are operated by Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the California average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Kindergarten – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Contact Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92806
Children in zip code 92806 are assigned to Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92806, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District at (714)986-7000 or visit www.pylusd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Placentia-Yorba Linda
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District serves zip code 92806, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92806 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92806.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92806 data.