Catholic K-8 school in Brea offering specialized support for learning differences and ADD/ADHD in a Christ-centered community
St. Angela Merici Parish School is a Catholic K-8 school in Brea, CA that serves students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD support through specialized programs. The school creates a Christ-centered learning environment where faith is integrated into all aspects of education, helping students develop both academically and spiritually.
With an average class size of 35 students and 16 classroom teachers, the school emphasizes a community approach to learning where teachers, parents, administrators, and staff work together to support each student's growth. Beyond academics, students participate in a wide range of sports (basketball, volleyball, track and field, and more), clubs including robotics and campus ministry, and arts programs—offering multiple pathways for engagement and inclusion.
St. Angela Merici serves a diverse student body (93% students of color) and welcomes both parishioner and non-parishioner families. Tuition is $5,800 for parishioners and $7,769 for non-parishioners, with rolling admissions. Contact Admissions Director Debbie Johnson at (714) 529-6372 to learn more about how the school's learning difference programs and supportive community can meet your child's needs.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-8
Students308
Class Size35:1 ratio
Tuition$5,800
Est.1964
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other religious school association(s)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1964 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,800 |
| Tuition Notes | Parishioner Rate Only Non Parishioner Rate-$7769.00 |
| Total Students | 308 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 |
| Average Class Size | 35 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Debbie Johnson |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 93 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cheering · Flag Football · Golf · Softball · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts · Broadcasting · Campus Ministry · Green Team · Robotics Club · Safety Patrol · Student Council · Arts and Music Programs: · Academic Chess |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Other religious school association(s) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | stangelabrea.org/calendar |