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Brood of Bees
Elementary School
3261 Minnesota Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Brood of Bees
Brood of Bees is an private elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA 92626. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades 1st – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $117,627, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Brood of Bees is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1, Brood of Bees offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Brood of Bees operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brood of Bees compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Costa Mesa, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brood of Bees (this school) | — |
| California Elementary | 7.6 |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle | 8.0 |
| Killybrooke Elementary | 5.7 |
| Adams Elementary | 7.7 |
| Paularino Elementary | 6.3 |
| Costa Mesa High | 6.6 |
| California Pacific Charter- Los Angeles | 5.8 |
| California Pacific Charter - San Diego | 4.5 |
| Maude B. Davis Elementary | 6.0 |
| Monte Vista Independent Study | 7.9 |
| Sonora Elementary | 5.5 |
| College Park Elementary | 7.9 |
| Wilson Elementary | 6.7 |
| Victoria Elementary | 9.0 |
| Everett A. Rea Elementary | 9.0 |
| Pomona Elementary | 4.9 |
| ACCESS County Community | 6.8 |
| Orange County Special Education | 6.5 |
| Whittier Elementary | 5.8 |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary | 9.0 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Costa Mesa
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Address
- 3261 Minnesota Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Phone
- (949) 239-5398
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
3261 Minnesota Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brood of Bees may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gisler (Robert) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley). Another option is Oka (Isojiro) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Huntington Beach). Additionally, Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley). For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle Costa Mesa | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Early College High Costa Mesa | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Montessori Harbor Mesa Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.8 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Killybrooke Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Cox (James H.) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Calvary Chapel Private School Program Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| My First Montessori Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Fountain Valley | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL-COSTA MESA Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SLATER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fountain Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary Fountain Valley | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Paularino Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Brood of Bees has a median household income of $117,627. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,037,700, with a median rent of $2,520/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brood of Bees
What grades does Brood of Bees serve?
Brood of Bees serves students in grades 1st through 7th.
How many students attend Brood of Bees?
Brood of Bees has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brood of Bees?
The student-teacher ratio at Brood of Bees is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Brood of Bees a private school?
Yes, Brood of Bees is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,601/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Costa Mesa). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange
- Phone
- (949) 239-5398
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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