For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,089 students in 92821, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92821, CA are Olinda Elementary School, Mariposa Elementary School and Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92821 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92821, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92821, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olinda Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3145 East Birch St.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 528-7475
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 528-7475
Gr: K-6 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Mariposa Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1111 West Mariposa Dr.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-4916
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-4916
Gr: K-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 North Apricot Ave.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-3908
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-3908
Gr: K-6 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Brea Country Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 North Associated Rd.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-3221
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 990-3221
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Arovista Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 Eadington Dr.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2185
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2185
Gr: K-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Laurel Elementary Magnet School Of Innovation And Career Explr
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 South Flower Ave.
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2520
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 529-2520
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92821, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92821, CA include Olinda Elementary School, Mariposa Elementary School and Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92821?
6 public elementary schools are located in 92821.
What is the racial composition of students in 92821?
92821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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