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#4562 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Villa Park High
High School · Orange Unified
18042 Taft Ave., Villa Park, CA 92861
Enrollment
2,059
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,059
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,562 of 9,539
In Villa Park
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#20 of 39
Orange Unified
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Villa Park High
Villa Park High is a public high school in Villa Park, CA, part of Orange Unified. Villa Park High serves approximately 2,059 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Park High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Villa Park High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Villa Park High is a large school: 2,059 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Villa Park High runs 25.1:1 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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Villa Park High — Students at Villa Park High score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
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.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Villa Park High Compares
See how Villa Park High 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
18042 Taft Ave., Villa Park, CA 92861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villa Park High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. El Modena High (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ORANGE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Orange), a more accessible option. For more schools in Villa Park, see our Villa Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cerro Villa Middle Villa Park | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Serrano Elementary Villa Park | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Villa Park Elementary Villa Park | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Lutheran High School of Orange County Orange | 0.9 mi | — |
| ORANGE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Orange | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Handy Elementary Orange | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Oakridge Private Orange | 1.1 mi | — |
| Linda Vista Elementary Orange | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Nohl Canyon Elementary Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Orange County Classical Academy Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Prospect Elementary Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Esplanade Elementary Orange | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ECE 4 Autism Orange | 1.6 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Orange | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| El Modena High Orange | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Taft Elementary Orange | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| California iInspire Academy Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| La Purisima Catholic School Orange | 1.8 mi | — |
| LA PURISIMA SCHOOL Orange | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Santiago Middle Orange | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,750
Median Home Value
$1,686,200
Population
5,776
College Educated
53.4%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
52.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villa Park High
What grades does Villa Park High serve?
Villa Park High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Villa Park High?
Villa Park High has an enrollment of approximately 2,059 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Park High?
The student-teacher ratio at Villa Park High is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villa Park High rank in CA?
Villa Park High ranks #4,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Villa Park High's MySchoolScout rating?
Villa Park High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Villa Park High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa Park High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Villa Park High a charter school?
No, Villa Park High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Villa Park High a Title I school?
No, Villa Park High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villa Park High?
56.7% of students at Villa Park High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,059
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (714) 532-8020
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
Orange Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,266
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,147
- District Rank
- #20 of 39
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