Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mariposa 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher 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: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariposa 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
Diversity
School Overview
Mariposa Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 8% 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
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Monarchs SOAR
School Rankings
Mariposa 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 Mariposa Elementary School 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
#856 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brea-Olinda Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariposa Elementary School's ranking?
Mariposa Elementary School is ranked #856 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mariposa Elementary School often compared to?
Mariposa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology, Laurel Elementary Magnet School Of Innovation And Career Explr, Arovista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mariposa Elementary School?
504 students attend Mariposa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mariposa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariposa Elementary School?
Mariposa Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mariposa Elementary School offer ?
Mariposa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mariposa Elementary School part of?
Mariposa Elementary School is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The staff are arrogant, believing high test scores to be the first and last word on the quality of education, when in fact their student demographics guarantee the high scores. They see the parents and community only as a source of funding for the many programs they love to purchase. Every contact from the Principal is centered on a fundraiser. There is very little evidence of a school-wide commitment to the success of all students.
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