At a glance
Reported students
1,631
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
63.86
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
25.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
508.5
Yorba Linda High: 1,631 reported students.
State peer staffing position
93rd percentile
25.5:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,634
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Student–teacher ratio
- 25.1:1
What the reported data says about Yorba Linda High
Yorba Linda High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Yorba Linda. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. NCES reports 1,631 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 25.5:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (39%) and Asian (32.7%). English learners represent 3.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 25 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Yorba Linda High
- 1How do the reported 25.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 63.86 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 28%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White39%
- Hispanic21.3%
- Black1.1%
- Asian32.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial5.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
25 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Esperanza High
High · Grades 09–12
1,393 reported students
El Dorado High
High · Grades 09–12
1,998 reported students
Valencia High
High · Grades 09–12
2,411 reported students
El Camino Real Continuation High
High · Grades 09–12
142 reported students
Travis Ranch
Elementary · Grades KG–08
1,197 reported students
Kraemer Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
889 reported students
Public schools near Yorba Linda High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esperanza High High · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | 09–12 | 1,393 | 2.2 mi |
| El Camino Real Continuation High High · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | 09–12 | 142 | 3.5 mi |
| Canyon High High · Orange Unified | 09–12 | 2,183 | 3.5 mi |
| El Dorado High High · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | 09–12 | 1,998 | 3.9 mi |
| Valencia High High · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | 09–12 | 2,411 | 4.7 mi |
| Brea Canyon High (Continuation) High · Brea-Olinda Unified | 09–12 | 41 | 5.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Yorba Linda High
What grades does Yorba Linda High serve?
Yorba Linda High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified.
How many students attend Yorba Linda High?
Yorba Linda High reported 1,631 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,634 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Yorba Linda High?
The calculated ratio is 25.5:1, based on 1,631 students and 63.86 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Yorba Linda High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Yorba Linda High is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Yorba Linda High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
28% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Yorba Linda High in?
Yorba Linda High is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified, based in Placentia, CA, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Yorba Linda High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Esperanza High (2.2 mi), El Camino Real Continuation High (3.5 mi), Canyon High (3.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.