Below Average
#8477 of 9,539 schools in CA
George Key
School · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,477 of 9,539
In Placentia
#29 of 30
public schools
In district
#33 of 34
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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George Key
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About George Key
George Key is a public school in Placentia, CA, part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. George Key serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. George Key has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,477 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George Key show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, George Key is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
60% of students at George Key were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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George Key — Students at George Key score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How George Key Compares
See how George Key performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Key may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brookhaven Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Golden Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olinda Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brea), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Placentia, see our Placentia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Elementary Placentia | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Royal Homeschool Academy Placentia | 0.1 mi | — |
| FRIENDS CHRISTIAN Yorba Linda | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Charles Wagner Elementary Placentia | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| El Dorado High Placentia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkview Placentia | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| DISCOVERY DEPOT Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | — |
| Discovery Depot Child Care Center Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | — |
| HERITAGE OAK PRIVATE EDUCATION Yorba Linda | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Heritage Oak Private Education Yorba Linda | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rose Drive Elementary Placentia | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Olinda Elementary Brea | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PINE TREE PRESCHOOL MONTESSORI Yorba Linda | 1.0 mi | — |
| Morse Elementary Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Star Homeschool Academy Placentia | 1.5 mi | — |
| Topaz Elementary Placentia | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Brea Country Hills Elementary Brea | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,575
Median Home Value
$871,000
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
52,384
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Key
What grades does George Key serve?
George Key serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend George Key?
George Key has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Key?
The student-teacher ratio at George Key is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Key rank in CA?
George Key ranks #8,477 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George Key's MySchoolScout rating?
George Key has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at George Key?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Key has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Key a charter school?
No, George Key is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Key a Title I school?
No, George Key is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Key?
34.9% of students at George Key qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.7%
- Phone
- (714) 986-7170
Resources & Links
District
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,705
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #33 of 34
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