At a glance
Reported students
1,676
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
78.58
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
79th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
501
Brea Olinda High: 1,676 reported students.
State peer staffing position
67th percentile
21.3:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,715
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79.7
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.5:1
What the reported data says about Brea Olinda High
Brea Olinda High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Brea. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Brea-Olinda Unified. NCES reports 1,676 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 79th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.3:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (39.2%) and Asian (29.7%). English learners represent 4.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Brea Olinda High
- 1How do the reported 21.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 78.58 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4.6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 41.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4.6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White24.3%
- Hispanic39.2%
- Black1.3%
- Asian29.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Brea-Olinda Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Brea Canyon High (Continuation)
High · Grades 09–12
41 reported students
Brea Junior High
Middle · Grades 07–08
921 reported students
Olinda Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
649 reported students
Falcon Academy of Science and Technology
Elementary · Grades KG–06
544 reported students
Mariposa Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
504 reported students
Brea Country Hills Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
498 reported students
Public schools near Brea Olinda High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brea Canyon High (Continuation) High · Brea-Olinda Unified | 09–12 | 41 | 0.2 mi |
| Sonora High High · Fullerton Joint Union High | 09–12 | 1,779 | 2.8 mi |
| El Dorado High High · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | 09–12 | 1,998 | 3 mi |
| John A. Rowland High High · Rowland Unified | 09–12 | 2,016 | 3.5 mi |
| Rowland Unified Community Day High · Rowland Unified | 07–12 | 28 | 3.6 mi |
| Troy High High · Fullerton Joint Union High | 09–12 | 2,504 | 3.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Brea Olinda High
What grades does Brea Olinda High serve?
Brea Olinda High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Brea-Olinda Unified.
How many students attend Brea Olinda High?
Brea Olinda High reported 1,676 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 79th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,715 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Brea Olinda High?
The calculated ratio is 21.3:1, based on 1,676 students and 78.58 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Brea Olinda High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Brea Olinda High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Brea-Olinda Unified attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Brea Olinda High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
41.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Brea Olinda High in?
Brea Olinda High is part of Brea-Olinda Unified, based in Brea, CA, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Brea Olinda High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Brea Canyon High (Continuation) (0.2 mi), Sonora High (2.8 mi), El Dorado High (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.