Olinda Elementary is an elementary-level school located in Brea, California.
Serving 649 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Olinda Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Olinda Elementary serves the eastern part of Brea, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olinda 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
School Overview
Olinda Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1898
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles: Where students are challenged to soar toward personal excellence.
School Rankings
Olinda Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olinda Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#508 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
61%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
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)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olinda Elementary School's ranking?
Olinda Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olinda Elementary School often compared to?
Olinda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology, Brea Country Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olinda Elementary School?
649 students attend Olinda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Olinda Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% 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 Olinda Elementary School?
Olinda Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olinda Elementary School offer ?
Olinda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Olinda Elementary School part of?
Olinda Elementary School is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
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