Excellent
#609 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Everett A. Rea Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#609 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#10 of 39
public schools
In district
#10 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Everett A. Rea Elementary
Elementary School in Costa Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Everett A. Rea Elementary
Everett A. Rea Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Everett A.
Rea Elementary serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Everett A. Rea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #609 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Everett A. Rea Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Everett A. Rea Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Everett A. Rea Elementary — Students at Everett A. Rea Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Everett A. Rea Elementary Compares
See how Everett A. Rea 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
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Everett A. Rea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heinz Kaiser Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Adams Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, College Park Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Page Private-Costa Mesa Costa Mesa | 0.1 mi | — |
| PAGE ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Pomona Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Estancia High Costa Mesa | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa | 1.0 mi | — |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY Costa Mesa | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Whittier Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| College Park Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Carden Hall, Inc Newport Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODLAND CHILD DEVT CENTER Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Newport Heights Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Woodland Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Pacifica Christian High School-Orange County Newport Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
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
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| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 8.7 |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley, CA | 8.7 |
| Brewer Island Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.7 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.7 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.7 |
| Dominguez Elementary Carson, CA | 8.7 |
Compare Everett A. Rea Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareEverett A. Rea Elementary vs Abraham Lincoln ElementaryCosta Mesa, CA Peer score 7.5/10 -1.2 vs Everett A. Rea Elementary
- CompareEverett A. Rea Elementary vs Victoria ElementaryCosta Mesa, CA Peer score 7.2/10 -1.5 vs Everett A. Rea Elementary
- CompareEverett A. Rea Elementary vs Heinz Kaiser ElementaryCosta Mesa, CA Peer score 9.1/10 +0.4 vs Everett A. Rea Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Everett A. Rea Elementary
What grades does Everett A. Rea Elementary serve?
Everett A. Rea Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Everett A. Rea Elementary?
Everett A. Rea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Everett A. Rea Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Everett A. Rea Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Everett A. Rea Elementary rank in CA?
Everett A. Rea Elementary ranks #609 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Everett A. Rea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Everett A. Rea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Everett A. Rea Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Everett A. Rea Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Everett A. Rea Elementary a charter school?
No, Everett A. Rea Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Everett A. Rea Elementary a Title I school?
No, Everett A. Rea Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Everett A. Rea Elementary?
92.8% of students at Everett A. Rea 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
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (949) 515-6905
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #10 of 31
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