Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buena Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena Vista Elementary School serves the northeast part of Eugene, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
¡Somos Los Jaguares!
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Vista Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
420 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Elementary School offer ?
Buena Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
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