Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology 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 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: William E. Fanning Elementary serves the west part of Brea, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology's student population of 544 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology 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 Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is 0.72, 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
#1167 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is ranked #1167 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Mariposa Elementary School, Olinda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology?
544 students attend Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology offer ?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology part of?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
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