Placentia-Yorba Linda Public School
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) is one of Southern California’s top-performing public-school districts. Just minutes from world-famous beaches, and iconic destinations like Disneyland, PYLUSD provides a vibrant and exciting environment for international students.
Key Info
Rigorous Academic Offers
PYLUSD offers a rigorous, well-rounded American education with Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and specialized career academies that prepare students for top U.S. and global universities.
Proven Student Outcomes
Students consistently achieve strong graduation rates, earn college credits through AP and IB, and gain real-world skills—leading to excellent university admissions and long-term academic success. Notable Class of 2025 acceptances include Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cal State Long Beach and more.
Exceptional California Location
Located in safe, vibrant Orange County, students enjoy year-round sunshine, proximity to beaches, Los Angeles, and world-famous attractions—making for an authentic, enriching American high school experience in Southern California.
Study in Southern Califonia
Located in the heart of north Orange County, California, Placentia and Yorba Linda are known for their safe, family-friendly neighborhoods and top-tier public schools. The area enjoys sunny weather, beautiful parks, and close proximity to beaches, Los Angeles, and world-famous attractions like Disneyland. It’s an ideal setting for international students seeking a true Southern California lifestyle.
El Dorado High School offers a rigorous academic experience with 21 AP and 19 Honors courses, alongside exceptional arts opportunities through the PYLUSD Performing Arts Center. Students can also explore specialized pathways through the Digital Media Arts Academy and the ED Law Academy, gaining real-world skills in creative fields and the legal system.
Esperanza High School offers 25 AP and 17 Honors classes, providing strong academic preparation for students. The school features two signature academies: the Aztec Engineering & Manufacturing Academy, where students learn the full design-to-production process, and the Medical Sciences Program, which offers hands-on medical training.
Valencia High School offers 25 AP and 20 Honors classes, alongside a renowned IB Program, making it one of the most academically competitive schools in Orange County and the district’s largest and oldest campus. It is also home to the Val Tech program, a rigorous technology academy with eight Computer Science and STEM pathways for driven, innovation-minded students.
Yorba Linda High School is a stunning, modern campus overlooking the hills of Yorba Linda. It is home to the Mustang Business Academy, where students study business, marketing, and hospitality — and apply their skills by fully operating the student store and creating their own merchandise.
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High Schools in District
9-12
Grades Open to International Students
28
Average Class Size
1900
Average Students Per High School Campus
1%
International Students Per Campus
30
Minutes to Disneyland
Academics
Accommodation options
International Students live in warm and welcoming homestays, located near the school.
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