Valencia High School
- Public
- PLACENTIA, CA
Public School
Valencia High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- PLACENTIA, CA
- Rating 3.92 out of 5 457 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade B+
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C minus
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
67%
Percent Proficient - Math
47%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1310
546 responses
Average ACT
30
188 responses
AP Enrollment
35%
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- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Housinggrade C minus
Median Household Income
$100,707
National
$64,994Median Rent
$1,856
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$653,400
National
$229,800Culture & Safety
Poll
88%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 49 responsesPoll
84%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 49 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,628
Free or Reduced Lunch
65%
95%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 55 responses73%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 55 responses84%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 55 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$100,712
Teachers in First/Second Year
1.9%
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 72 responses79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 72 responses79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 72 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$12,039 / year
National
$12,23989%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 75 responses36%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 75 responses59%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 75 responsesSimilar Schools
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Valencia High School Reviews
Rating 3.92 out of 5 457 reviews
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My time at Valencia High School was full of ups and downs, but the high school was a relatively great school with top tier academic rigor and options. With passionate teachers, committed students, and an involved community Valencia High School provides a home and a family to more than 3000 talented and enthusiastic students representing a rich diversity of backgrounds and personal experience. The Valencia Academy, which includes an International Baccalaureate Program and a Val Tech Diploma Program, has been instrumental in bringing students to Valencia from outside the attendance area and district. Valencia High School has been able to increase the number of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and computer technology. The option to choose what classes you want is very much like a university, while housing a tight community of scholars from all backgrounds. The school provides minorities and low-income/underserved students the opportunity to shine and grow as scholars.
Out of the entire PYLUSD district, I would say that Valencia is the most diverse campus, which made me feel more comfortable. We have outstanding programs of IB, ValTech, and Cambridge, and I think it is a great opportunity to get involved and help you find a set pathway for your future. There are some interesting classes, and even options to take ROP classes and college classes other than AP classes to get college credit. The staff and teachers are incredible from my experience, and they all truly care for your well being, and there are health resources that I have found helpful such as great wellness counselors, Text-a-Tip, and more. As much of a good experience I have had at Valencia, I wish we had more school spirit, but I think that that comes and goes depending on the years, especially because of the pandemic.
Some teachers are well crafted and picked for students.
The student life was not as apparent as other schools in the district, but it was still fun and Valencia held a high academic standpoint amongst the other districts.
The students at Valencia high school were very different. A lot of the students did not care much to be in high school. And some, it was their entire lives. The staff of Valencia was overall very friendly. The college success staff aided the students to do good in high school for them to get into a college. Some staff in the office were not fair.
There was a Tiger of the Year award instead of a valedictorian award. Usually, the winners of these would be in the IB program. This is a very good indicator if you're smart and well-rounded you would win. I like this because it is inclusive of activities. YEt, if you do not have a good grade, then you are mosttlikely not going to be a tiger of the year.
Also, parking spaces were not too bar at Valencia.
The student life was not as apparent as other schools in the district, but it was still fun and Valencia held a high academic standpoint amongst the other districts.
The students at Valencia high school were very different. A lot of the students did not care much to be in high school. And some, it was their entire lives. The staff of Valencia was overall very friendly. The college success staff aided the students to do good in high school for them to get into a college. Some staff in the office were not fair.
There was a Tiger of the Year award instead of a valedictorian award. Usually, the winners of these would be in the IB program. This is a very good indicator if you're smart and well-rounded you would win. I like this because it is inclusive of activities. YEt, if you do not have a good grade, then you are mosttlikely not going to be a tiger of the year.
Also, parking spaces were not too bar at Valencia.