Falcon Academy of Science and Technology vs Mariposa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Falcon Academy of Science and Technology
Brea · Public elementary · Grades K–6
544 students
Mariposa Elementary
Brea · Public elementary · Grades K–6
504 students
| Measure | Falcon Academy of Science and Technology Brea, California | Mariposa Elementary Brea, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #733 of 5,693 | #734 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10246 of 50,301 | #10268 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 544 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 70% |
| city | Brea | Brea |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.5 vs 71.5).
- •Falcon Academy of Science and Technology does better on math proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 35.3%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 25.9).
- •Falcon Academy of Science and Technology is the larger school with 544 students compared with 504.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Falcon Academy of Science and Technology better than Mariposa Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Falcon Academy of Science and Technology and Mariposa Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Brea and Brea in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Falcon Academy of Science and Technology: 544. Mariposa Elementary: 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Falcon Academy of Science and Technology and Mariposa Elementary rank in California?
Falcon Academy of Science and Technology is 733rd of 5,693 and Mariposa Elementary is 734th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).