For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,727 students in 92821, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 788 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 92821, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92821, CA are Olinda Elementary School, Mariposa Elementary School and Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92821 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92821, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92821, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olinda Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3145 East Birch St.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 528-7475
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 528-7475
Gr: K-6 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Mariposa Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1111 West Mariposa Dr.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-4916
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-4916
Gr: K-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 North Apricot Ave.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-3908
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-3908
Gr: K-6 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Brea Country Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 North Associated Rd.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-3221
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-3221
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Brea Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 North Brea Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7500
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7500
Gr: 7-8 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Brea Olinda High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
789 North Wildcat Way
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7850
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,676 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Arovista Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 Eadington Dr.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2185
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2185
Gr: K-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Laurel Elementary Magnet School Of Innovation And Career Explr
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 South Flower Ave.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2520
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2520
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #99.
Brea Canyon High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
689 North Wildcat Way
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7882
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7882
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92821, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92821, CA include Olinda Elementary School, Mariposa Elementary School and Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology.
How many public schools are located in 92821?
9 public schools are located in 92821.
What percentage of students in 92821 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 92821 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92821?
92821 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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