Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brookhaven Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookhaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brookhaven Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brookhaven Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookhaven Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Brookhaven Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brookhaven Elementary School often compared to?
Brookhaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Elementary School, Sierra Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brookhaven Elementary School?
460 students attend Brookhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Brookhaven Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 25% 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 Brookhaven Elementary School?
Brookhaven Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brookhaven Elementary School offer ?
Brookhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Brookhaven Elementary School part of?
Brookhaven Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
Small neighborhood school feels. Teachers are part of the fabric of this school as they attend all student and PTA functions. PTA, students, and parents make this a special place for our kids.
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