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Melrose Elementary

Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified · Orange County · 974 South Melrose Street, Placentia, CA 92870-7117

(714) 986-7220

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4/10
#3975
Rank 3975 out of 5,722
English Language Arts3/10 · #4224 · 26th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #3665 · 36th percentile
Science4/10 · #3880 · 31st percentile

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School Overview

Placentia sits in the quieter inland pocket of Orange County, where tree-lined streets and a tight-knit community feel set it apart from the busier coastal cities nearby. Melrose Elementary draws families who are rooted in the neighborhood and value a close community school experience, though its academic scores sit below the middle of the pack statewide, making it a better fit for families who prioritize involvement and proximity over top-tier test performance. Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified offers solid district-level resources, so families willing to stay engaged at home and lean into what the district provides may find Melrose a comfortable, familiar place for their kids to grow.

Student Demographics

161 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
158 (98%)
Other
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners128 (80%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged159 (99%)
Students with Disabilities40 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

354
Enrollment
15
Teachers (FTE)
23.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
23.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1692 · 72nd percentile

158 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found