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#4170 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Ruby Drive Elementary
Elementary School · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,170 of 9,539
In Placentia
#21 of 30
public schools
In district
#25 of 34
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ruby Drive Elementary
Ruby Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Placentia, CA, part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. Ruby Drive Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruby Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,170 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ruby Drive Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ruby Drive Elementary runs 22.4:1 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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Ruby Drive Elementary — Students at Ruby Drive Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.9/10.
How Ruby Drive Elementary Compares
See how Ruby Drive Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1301 East Orangethorpe Ave., Placentia, CA 92870
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruby Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookhaven Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IVYCREST MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL - CHAPMAN (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fullerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Placentia, see our Placentia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Placentia | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Valencia High Placentia | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Topaz Elementary Placentia | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PLACENTIA TOWNE & COUNTRY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Placentia | 0.5 mi | — |
| Kraemer Middle Placentia | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Placentia | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Morse Elementary Placentia | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| La Vista High (Continuation) Fullerton | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| La Sierra High (Alternative) Fullerton | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| John O. Tynes Elementary Placentia | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Melrose Elementary Placentia | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Valadez Middle School Academy Placentia | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Troy High Fullerton | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Commonwealth Elementary Fullerton | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| El Dorado High Placentia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Ivy Crest Montessori Private School Fullerton | 1.3 mi | — |
| IVYCREST MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL - CHAPMAN Fullerton | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Parkview Placentia | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
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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| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 6.7 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 6.7 |
| Baldwin (Julia) Elementary San Jose, CA | 6.7 |
| Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruby Drive Elementary
What grades does Ruby Drive Elementary serve?
Ruby Drive Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ruby Drive Elementary?
Ruby Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruby Drive Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruby Drive Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruby Drive Elementary rank in CA?
Ruby Drive Elementary ranks #4,170 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ruby Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruby Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Ruby Drive Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruby Drive Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruby Drive Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruby Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruby Drive Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruby Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruby Drive Elementary?
81.3% of students at Ruby 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (714) 996-1921
Resources & Links
District
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,705
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #25 of 34
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