Very Good
#2587 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Rose Drive Elementary
Elementary School · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
29.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
29.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,587 of 9,539
In Placentia
#12 of 30
public schools
In district
#16 of 34
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Rose Drive Elementary
Rose Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Placentia, CA, part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. Rose Drive Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 29.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rose Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,587 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rose Drive Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rose Drive Elementary runs 29.5:1 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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Rose Drive Elementary — Students at Rose Drive Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Rose Drive Elementary Compares
See how Rose Drive 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 Rose Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookhaven Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Golden Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeview Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Yorba Linda), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Placentia, see our Placentia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS CHRISTIAN Yorba Linda | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Star Homeschool Academy Placentia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Discovery Depot Child Care Center Yorba Linda | 0.6 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY DEPOT Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | — |
| Heritage Oak Private Education Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | — |
| HERITAGE OAK PRIVATE EDUCATION Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PINE TREE PRESCHOOL MONTESSORI Yorba Linda | 0.7 mi | — |
| Charles Wagner Elementary Placentia | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Van Buren Elementary Placentia | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Golden Elementary Placentia | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| El Dorado High Placentia | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Yorba Linda Middle Placentia | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Royal Homeschool Academy Placentia | 1.0 mi | — |
| George Key Placentia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy Yorba Linda | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary Yorba Linda | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Morse Elementary Placentia | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| El Camino Real Continuation High Placentia | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia | 1.5 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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|---|---|
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| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rose Drive Elementary
What grades does Rose Drive Elementary serve?
Rose Drive Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rose Drive Elementary?
Rose Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rose Drive Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rose Drive Elementary is 29.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rose Drive Elementary rank in CA?
Rose Drive Elementary ranks #2,587 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rose Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rose Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Rose Drive Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rose Drive Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rose Drive Elementary a charter school?
No, Rose Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rose Drive Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rose Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rose Drive Elementary?
30.3% of students at Rose Drive 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (714) 986-7250
Resources & Links
District
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,705
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #16 of 34
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