Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Buena Vista Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena Vista Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tulare school district, covering approximately 21.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
180 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
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Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School 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 Buena Vista Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
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Hispanic
73%
56%
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White
25%
20%
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Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Vista Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
180 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Elementary School offer ?
Buena Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of Buena Vista Elementary School District.
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