Below Average
#7451 of 9,539 schools in CA
John O. Tynes Elementary
Elementary School · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,451 of 9,539
In Placentia
#26 of 30
public schools
In district
#30 of 34
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John O. Tynes Elementary
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About John O. Tynes Elementary
John O. Tynes Elementary is a public elementary school in Placentia, CA, part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. John O.
Tynes Elementary serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John O. Tynes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,451 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John O. Tynes Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John O. Tynes Elementary runs 26.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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John O. Tynes Elementary — Students at John O. Tynes Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.0/10.
How John O. Tynes Elementary Compares
See how John O. Tynes Elementary 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 John O. Tynes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookhaven Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rose Drive Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Buren Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Placentia, see our Placentia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kraemer Middle Placentia | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PLACENTIA TOWNE & COUNTRY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Placentia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Morse Elementary Placentia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Valencia High Placentia | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Placentia | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Topaz Elementary Placentia | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ruby Drive Elementary Placentia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| El Camino Real Continuation High Placentia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| El Dorado High Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Charles Wagner Elementary Placentia | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Valadez Middle School Academy Placentia | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Melrose Elementary Placentia | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Star Homeschool Academy Placentia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Rose Drive Elementary Placentia | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Van Buren Elementary Placentia | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Placentia | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Royal Homeschool Academy Placentia | 2.0 mi | — |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
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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| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.9 |
| Catherine Everett Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John O. Tynes Elementary
What grades does John O. Tynes Elementary serve?
John O. Tynes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John O. Tynes Elementary?
John O. Tynes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John O. Tynes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John O. Tynes Elementary is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John O. Tynes Elementary rank in CA?
John O. Tynes Elementary ranks #7,451 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John O. Tynes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John O. Tynes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 John O. Tynes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John O. Tynes Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John O. Tynes Elementary a charter school?
No, John O. Tynes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John O. Tynes Elementary a Title I school?
No, John O. Tynes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John O. Tynes Elementary?
59.4% of students at John O. Tynes Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (714) 996-5550
Resources & Links
District
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,705
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #30 of 34
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