Buena High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Ventura, California, United States. Opened in 1961, it is part of the Ventura Unified School District and serves the eastern portion of Ventura.
Serving 1,585 students in grades 9-12, Buena High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena High serves the northeast part of Ventura, CA, covering an area of approximately 35.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena High School's student population of 1,585 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,585 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
You Belong at Buena
School Rankings
Buena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena High School is 0.54, 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
#4160 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena High School's ranking?
Buena High School is ranked #4160 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buena High School often compared to?
Buena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventura High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buena High School?
The graduation rate of Buena High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Buena High School?
1,585 students attend Buena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Buena High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena High School?
Buena High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buena High School offer ?
Buena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Buena High School part of?
Buena High School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No School)
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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