Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Killybrooke Elementary 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 55% (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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Killybrooke Elementary serves the northwest part of Costa Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Killybrooke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Killybrooke Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Killybrooke Elementary 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 Killybrooke Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Killybrooke Elementary School's ranking?
Killybrooke Elementary School is ranked #1770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Killybrooke Elementary School often compared to?
Killybrooke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paularino Elementary School, Maude B. Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Killybrooke Elementary School?
473 students attend Killybrooke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Killybrooke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Killybrooke Elementary School?
Killybrooke Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Killybrooke Elementary School offer ?
Killybrooke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Killybrooke Elementary School part of?
Killybrooke Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Killybrooke Elementary School located?
Killybrooke Elementary School is located in the Halecrest neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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