Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Buena Terra Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena Terra Elementary serves a central area in Buena Park, CA, encompassing approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Terra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buena Terra Elementary School's student population of 627 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buena Terra Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Terra Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#508 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Terra Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Terra Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buena Terra Elementary School often compared to?
Buena Terra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Temple Elementary School, Arthur F. Corey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buena Terra Elementary School?
627 students attend Buena Terra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Buena Terra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Terra Elementary School?
Buena Terra Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buena Terra Elementary School offer ?
Buena Terra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Buena Terra Elementary School part of?
Buena Terra Elementary School is part of Centralia Elementary School District.
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