Math Placement

The Board of Education believes that a sound educational program must include the study of subjects that prepare students for admission to higher education and/or a fulfilling career. To the extent possible, district students shall be provided an opportunity to complete a sequence of mathematics courses recommended for admission into the University of California and California State University systems. To that end, PYLUSD has developed assessments that provide multiple data points to ensure that students are appropriately placed in mathematics courses.

Please note, high school classes may not be skipped. Algebra I is a high school graduation requirement per the state of California. This course must appear on a middle school or high school transcript to fulfill the requirement. 

Math Placement - New to the District

From a California School

Official transcripts from the prior school will be used to determine placement following our district pathways and placement criteria. If you would like your student to take a more advanced course than the one scheduled, please use this LINK to register. Please have official transcripts sent to the school as soon as this school year concludes. 

From outside California

Students from other states or countries will need to test. Please have official transcripts sent as soon as the school year concludes. Please use this LINK to register.

Please review the Math Pathways and Placement slides below along with the Frequently Asked Questions for more detailed information.

PYLUSD is also home to the Orange County School of Computer Science that offers its own, uniquely accelerate math pathway. Please see this page on their school website for more information.

Should you have any additional questions not answered the slides or FAQ's, please complete the attached Math Placement Inquiry Form. Due to limited staffing over the summer, it may take longer than usual to respond to your message. Please know that we will read it and reply as soon as possible.