Esperanza High

1,436 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Esperanza High School, located in Anaheim, California, is a comprehensive public high school within the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Known for its strong commitment to both academic excellence and extracurricular engagement, the school serves a diverse student body and maintains a reputation for a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. The campus is well-regarded for its wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized pathways, and a supportive learning environment that encourages students to pursue their individual interests and goals.

Beyond its academic offerings, Esperanza High is deeply integrated into the local community through its vibrant culture and competitive spirit. The school boasts a storied tradition in athletics and the performing arts, frequently recognized for its award-winning marching band, theater programs, and athletic teams. With a focus on fostering "Aztec Pride"—a reference to the school’s mascot—Esperanza prioritizes character development, leadership, and school spirit, aiming to prepare its students not only for university success but also for active and responsible citizenship.

1,436

Total Students

70.8

Full-Time Teachers

20.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

43.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Esperanza High
Demographic	Student Count
White	574
Hispanic	560
Black	11
Asian	210
Two or More	74
American Indian	2

White
574 (40.1 %)
Hispanic
560 (39.1 %)
Asian
210 (14.7 %)
Two or More
74 (5.2 %)
Black
11 (0.8 %)
American Indian
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Phone:	(714)986-7540
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,436
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	70.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	444
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	182

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 402

Grade 10 372

Grade 11 328

Grade 12 334