El Dorado High School

1651 Valencia Avenue

School District

Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:25
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 27, 2023

Extremely dangerous school environment. There is a lot of drug abuse and poor parental environment. The school officials do very little to help you. Sending my child here was the worst mistake of my life and really ruined their life.
Submitted by other on July 14, 2018

I'm basing my responses during my high school years there...1984-1988 and can say without a doubt , the students, the curriculum , and teacher's are what made it great. My French teacher was the highlight of my high school years, and because of her I've excelled with other languages, and have had the opportunity to live and work in many countries and will be eternally grateful to her and the school .
Submitted by student on June 02, 2018

I really like EDHS! Great teachers, and a comfortable environment to learn in. I'm having a better high school experience than my friends who chose surrounding high schools in the area.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2017

Terrible. The school is getting worse each year in terms of its effectiveness in teaching, retention, and graduation. Look at the data. Also, they do not give parents a voice or encourage involvement. The school itself is full of bullies and complaints about safety are ignored. When something happens they do their best to brush it under the rug. It is too bad as I am not one to just complain. I gave offered numerous times to help or volunteer to get events off the ground that are more inclusive. These offers are ignored and the focus is on athletics and ASB. Both are great but not every kid fits that mold. The VP has assured me to my face that action would be taken to make the school safer. Nothing was done.
Submitted by other on April 17, 2017

3 students great experience w/ sports, the arts & academics. Well prepared for college
Submitted by parent on November 15, 2015

My son loves this school! Teachers are so helpful and often offer many after school review sessions! Plus, the environment is great, with great school spirit and a relaxing atmosphere. My kid feels super comfortable here and loves the environment.
Submitted by parent on October 30, 2015

I am so glad that my son goes to El Dorado. The teachers are always available for homework help or to answer an email message. The principal is awesome as are the rest of the staff. My son has never seem any problems or drama with the students. Pick up or drop off can be crazy, but I'm sure every high school has the same problem. Love El Dorado. Go Hawks!
Submitted by parent on September 18, 2015

The kids seem happy. They have so much freedom compared to most high schools. The school is well rounded from academics to sports. Although we are disappointed in the orchestra changes. The school has hit the impacted point. Traffic is horrible!!! Come on, do something about it! Who has the right away? You can have 5 cars coming and going from one entrance. I almost got clobbered by a police car that raced off campus past the stop sign. Have some people direct traffic. And where is the school calendar? All other schools pass one out and have it on the website.
Submitted by parent on May 28, 2014

The biggest issue is the lack of communication with parents and lack of oversight. I have signed up for all emails, phone registrations, and even text updates, but all I receive from the school is random school activity updates. Important issues are not addressed promptly nor professionally. Today was a minimum day but it was not on the district calendar nor were any notices sent home. Ridiculous. I emailed the principal and assistant principal at the beginning of the year offering to volunteer to assist in helping with these issues, but I have yet to get a reply...not even a simple "no, thank you." There has been increased violence on campus with a teacher attacked by a student in front of a class. Nothing sent home. No phone calls. I doubt my youngest child will attend as it will probably be too rough in 7 years time.
Submitted by parent on September 14, 2013

Fabulous staff and administration. This is a community of dedicated professionals. Excellent cacmpus security and positive atmosphre.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2013

My school is AWESOME... Everyone that works there cares so much about the kids. No matter what the issue is there is always a way to resolve it. I love that it is the school that my children are able to go to.
Submitted by student on January 23, 2013

I love this school! Very safe environment and teachers who really care about you! With only about 1700 kids, it never feels crowded and cramped! GO HAWKS!
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2012

An amazing school with caring, dedicated staff. High quality academics as well as athletics. Our son received the most incredible education there. As a result he is well-prepared for college. Expect your student to work hard and put in time on assignments but it is what gives them the foundation when they graduate. The athletic program also is far beyond most High Schools. Good academic standing is expected to particilate. The coaches, like the teachers have fine expertise and the school produces great athletes not just "jocks" like many high schools.We count it a privilege to have been an El Dorado Golden Hawk.
Submitted by student on June 07, 2012

Great teachers who are involved and amazing administrators. The teachers make themselves available to students before and after school and many teachers will stay long after school, even up past 9 PM for special review sessions. Most teachers will not hesitate to call parents about a student who is failing; that is if the parents do not call first. The principal and vice principals are friendly and regularly talk to any and all students. The extracurricular programs are very strong. Cheer has made the national championships 2 years in a row and won the championship last year. Many sports teams make it to CIF. The Mock Trial team has been first in county for the past few years and the Academic Decathlon team is in the top ten in county. However The school has a few issues. Like any school, there are a few teachers who don't adequately teach their subject. The student faculty ratio is a little high and many classes are over-crowded and the counselors over-booked. Furloughs have become common due to budget cuts in the state that trickle down to district and the school. Overall, this is an excellent school, with only a few drawbacks that exist at most schools.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2012

Great school ,both my boys went there and they loved it!! And so did i don't regret putting my boys in eldorado at first they were in a private school and it had got too expensive and as a single mom I knew what I had to do to survive and that was public school so I checked out eldo and I loved it the staff is very welcoming with great sports my boys met a lot of new great friends they loved there time at eldorado!