Serving 1,681 students in grades 9-12, Brea Olinda High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brea Olinda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brea Olinda High School's student population of 1,681 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brea Olinda High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brea Olinda High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brea Olinda High School's ranking?
Brea Olinda High School is ranked #1778 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brea Olinda High School?
The graduation rate of Brea Olinda High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brea Olinda High School?
1,681 students attend Brea Olinda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Brea Olinda High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brea Olinda High School?
Brea Olinda High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Brea Olinda High School offer ?
Brea Olinda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brea Olinda High School part of?
Brea Olinda High School is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
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