The U.S. News and World Report recently released its 2025 Best Elementary and Middle Schools Rankings. The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) is proud to share that Golden Elementary School earned an impressive ranking as the No. 53 elementary school in California. Congratulations to Golden for achieving this outstanding distinction!
U.S. News evaluated data from more than 100,000 schools nationwide, with rankings based on state assessment results in math and reading/language arts. The evaluation weighed proficiency and performance scores in the context of socioeconomic demographics and modeled expectations. Notably, Golden’s recognition reflects its strong commitment to academic excellence and success for all students.
Principal Kristen McDonald shared her excitement about the achievement: “Golden’s commitment to students, high expectations, and excellence ensures that every student receives the best education possible. Through innovation, quality instruction, hard work, and strong community partnerships, our teachers and staff go above and beyond to provide every Golden Eagle with the opportunity to excel and thrive. I’m proud to work alongside such a dedicated team of educators. Golden is truly a special place!”
Many organizations publish school rankings; however, U.S. News remains one of the most widely recognized and consistent sources, publishing its findings annually. To determine these rankings, U.S. News examined factors such as proficiency and growth in core subjects, along with contextual variables like economic diversity.
This achievement highlights the district’s mission to inspire and prepare every student for success. Congratulations to the Golden Elementary community—staff, students, and families—for this well-deserved recognition! To see U.S. News and World Report’s list of 2025 Best Elementary and Middle Schools, visit https://www.usnews.com/education.
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