Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Buckeye School Of The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Buckeye School of the Arts serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Redding, CA, covering approximately 659 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 42.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckeye School Of The Arts's student population of 482 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buckeye School Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye School Of The Arts is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7726 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye School Of The Arts's ranking?
Buckeye School Of The Arts is ranked #7726 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buckeye School Of The Arts often compared to?
Buckeye School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Happy Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buckeye School Of The Arts?
482 students attend Buckeye School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Buckeye School Of The Arts students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckeye School Of The Arts?
Buckeye School Of The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buckeye School Of The Arts offer ?
Buckeye School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Buckeye School Of The Arts part of?
Buckeye School Of The Arts is part of Gateway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckeye School Of The Arts located?
Buckeye School Of The Arts is located in the Buckeye neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Buckeye.
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