Very Good
#1840 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Brywood Elementary
Elementary School · Irvine Unified
1 Westwood, Irvine, CA 92620
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,840 of 9,539
In Irvine
#11 of 47
public schools
In district
#10 of 43
Irvine Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Brywood Elementary
Brywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Irvine, CA, part of Irvine Unified. Brywood Elementary serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Brywood Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Brywood Elementary runs 27.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Brywood Elementary — Students at Brywood Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Brywood Elementary Compares
See how Brywood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Westwood, Irvine, CA 92620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irvine International Academy (rated 9.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastwood Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Santiago Hills Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwood Elementary Irvine | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Irvine | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Arnold O. Beckman High Tustin | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Irvine High Irvine | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI Irvine | 0.9 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - IRVINE Irvine | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Santiago Hills Elementary Irvine | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Hicks Canyon Elementary Tustin | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Irvine International Academy Irvine | 1.1 mi | 9.9 |
| Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy Irvine | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Korean American Center Irvine | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ronald Reagan Secondary School Irvine | 1.3 mi | — |
| Greentree Elementary Irvine | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| College Park Elementary Irvine | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENER Irvine | 1.4 mi | — |
| Joseph of Cupertino Classical Academy Irvine | 1.4 mi | — |
| Jeffrey Trail Middle Irvine | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SPECTRUM MONTESSORI AT WOODBURY Irvine | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Eastwood Elementary Irvine | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Myford Elementary Tustin | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,572
Median Home Value
$1,204,100
Median Rent
$3,125/mo
Population
61,744
College Educated
71.7%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brywood Elementary
What grades does Brywood Elementary serve?
Brywood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Brywood Elementary?
Brywood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brywood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brywood Elementary is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brywood Elementary rank in CA?
Brywood Elementary ranks #1,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brywood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brywood Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brywood Elementary a charter school?
No, Brywood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brywood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brywood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brywood Elementary?
17.1% of students at Brywood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (949) 936-5500
Resources & Links
District
Irvine Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,731
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,405
- District Rank
- #10 of 43
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