Serving 921 students in grades 7-8, Brea Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brea Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Brea school district, encompassing approximately 18.9 square miles. The area is located in Brea, CA, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brea Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brea Junior High School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
921 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brea Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brea Junior High School is 0.69, 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
#1732 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brea Junior High School's ranking?
Brea Junior High School is ranked #1732 out of 9,523 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brea Junior High School?
921 students attend Brea Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Brea Junior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brea Junior High School?
Brea Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brea Junior High School offer ?
Brea Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Brea Junior High School part of?
Brea Junior High School is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
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