Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John O. Tynes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John O. Tynes Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John O. Tynes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John O. Tynes Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3691 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John O. Tynes Elementary School's ranking?
John O. Tynes Elementary School is ranked #3691 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John O. Tynes Elementary School often compared to?
John O. Tynes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John O. Tynes Elementary School?
640 students attend John O. Tynes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of John O. Tynes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John O. Tynes Elementary School?
John O. Tynes Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John O. Tynes Elementary School offer ?
John O. Tynes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is John O. Tynes Elementary School part of?
John O. Tynes Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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