Brea-Olinda High School

Brea-Olinda High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
789 Wildcat Way,  Brea, CA
Brea-Olinda Unified School District
3.8
3.4
1,729 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jerry Halpin
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
79
Full Time Teachers
79
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
640
Verbal
630
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
64%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
22.1%
State Average
17.9%
Science
15.1%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
424:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%
Hispanic
38%
White
29.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
27%
Two or more races
3.6%
Black
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Irvine 356 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 350 Students
California State University, Fullerton 313 Students
University of California - San Diego 286 Students
University of Southern California 222 Students
University of California - Berkeley 219 Students
California State University - Long Beach 184 Students
Fullerton College 184 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 176 Students
San Diego State University 163 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 163 Students
Biology 130 Students
Psychology 128 Students
Nursing 79 Students
Computer Science 67 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 63 Students
Political Science and Government 57 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 46 Students
Communications 39 Students
Engineering 37 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 401 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
1/3/2025
I love the opportunities Brea Olinda provides. As a student with goals and aspirations to pursue a 4-year university education and a career in government/politics, I think there are many resources and staff that I can go to for assistance. However, I think there can be improvements in encouraging all types of students to pursue these higher education opportunities and successful careers.
5.0 Sophomore
12/16/2024
The best parts of my experience so far in Brea Olinda is how the school system is. You are able to choose your own path and there are many people who are there who can tell you what to do and advice your future goals. There's so much things to do at Brea, however, there are only a few bad parts that every school can improve in. The trash is definitely prominent in the school, some people do not throw away their trashcans despite many efforts to do so. Also, the school's traffic can also be terrible if you do not attend early. This school has many amazing things for people and many reasons on why you should come.
4.0 Senior
10/28/2024
Overall, it's a great school. It's very diverse, and the campus is huge. The only problem I've had is sometimes they've struggled with having soap in the bathrooms or having paper towels. But besides that, administration is very involved in a lot of students' school life, and sports are a great place to meet people. Sure, there is always things to improve, but overall it is a very involved school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/19/2022
My boy is attending this school last 3 years and become a senior this year. We are satisfied with the school system. Compared to other nearby schools, BOHS has a great balance. They are not too creasy in studying and not too easygoing. It's in the middle. Period. My boy wants to be a Vet in the futu...
5.0 parent
2/10/2022
Easily one of the better schools in Orange County.
2.0 parent
9/22/2019
I hate that I moved to Brea. The city is great but the high school is out of control. A bunch of affluent kids mixed in with a faculty that honestly doesn't care. It's very sad.
5.0 student
8/19/2017
Brea has allowed me to grow athletically, academically, and as an individual

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Brea-Olinda High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Brea, CA, in the Brea neighborhood, and is served by the Brea-Olinda Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,729 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Brea-Olinda High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,189,760. Discover additional schools in the area, like Brea Canyon High School, George Key School, Sonora High School, and more. Learn more about what Brea has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Brea-Olinda High School.

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