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#1211 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Friends Christian
Middle School
4231 ROSE DR, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,211 of 1,787
In Yorba Linda
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Friends Christian
Friends Christian is a private middle school in Yorba Linda, CA. Friends Christian serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Friends Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,211 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Friends Christian is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Friends Christian compares to the 4 public schools in Yorba Linda, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Yorba Linda
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friends Christian (this school) | 5.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary | 7.7 |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy | 8.7 |
| Yorba Linda High | 7.6 |
| Bryant Ranch Elementary | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4231 ROSE DR, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends Christian may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Yorba Linda Middle (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Placentia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Placentia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yorba Linda, see our Yorba Linda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Depot Child Care Center Yorba Linda | 0.2 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY DEPOT Yorba Linda | 0.2 mi | — |
| Heritage Oak Private Education Yorba Linda | 0.4 mi | — |
| HERITAGE OAK PRIVATE EDUCATION Yorba Linda | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Rose Drive Elementary Placentia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PINE TREE PRESCHOOL MONTESSORI Yorba Linda | 0.5 mi | — |
| Golden Elementary Placentia | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| George Key Placentia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Royal Homeschool Academy Placentia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Charles Wagner Elementary Placentia | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Star Homeschool Academy Placentia | 1.0 mi | — |
| El Dorado High Placentia | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lakeview Elementary Yorba Linda | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Van Buren Elementary Placentia | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Yorba Linda Middle Placentia | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy Yorba Linda | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Parkview Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Morse Elementary Placentia | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,170
Median Home Value
$1,062,200
Median Rent
$3,001/mo
Population
49,919
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altimira Middle Sonoma, CA | 5.8 |
| Bridges Academy San Jose, CA | 5.8 |
| Briggs Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 5.8 |
| Esparto Middle Esparto, CA | 5.8 |
| Everett Middle San Francisco, CA | 5.8 |
| Technology Middle Rohnert Park, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends Christian
What grades does Friends Christian serve?
Friends Christian serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Friends Christian?
Friends Christian has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends Christian?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends Christian is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Friends Christian rank in CA?
Friends Christian ranks #1,211 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Friends Christian's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Friends Christian a private school?
Yes, Friends Christian is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Friends Christian a religious school?
Friends Christian has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 147 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 528-8402
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