Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Everett A. Rea Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Everett A. Rea Elementary serves the west part of Costa Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everett A. Rea Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
344 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everett A. Rea Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everett A. Rea Elementary School is 0.08, which is less 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett A. Rea Elementary School's ranking?
Everett A. Rea Elementary School is ranked #6316 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Everett A. Rea Elementary School?
344 students attend Everett A. Rea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Everett A. Rea Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everett A. Rea Elementary School?
Everett A. Rea Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Everett A. Rea Elementary School offer ?
Everett A. Rea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Everett A. Rea Elementary School part of?
Everett A. Rea Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Everett A. Rea Elementary School located?
Everett A. Rea Elementary School is located in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside Costa Mesa.
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