Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, Buena Vista Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena Vista Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Salinas, CA, covering approximately 77.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.2 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buena Vista Middle School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Compassion, Kindness, and Respect
School Rankings
Buena Vista Middle 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 Vista Middle School is 0.60, 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
#3125 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
White
38%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Middle School's ranking?
Buena Vista Middle School is ranked #3125 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buena Vista Middle School often compared to?
Buena Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Gutierrez Middle School, San Benancio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Middle School?
321 students attend Buena Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Buena Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Middle School?
Buena Vista Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Middle School offer ?
Buena Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buena Vista Middle School part of?
Buena Vista Middle School is part of Spreckels Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
Review Buena Vista Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How Much Choice Do High School Students Have?
Learn how graduation requirements, prerequisites, electives, staffing, scheduling conflicts, AP courses, dual enrollment, and career pathways determine how much control high school students have over schedules each year.
Does Your Child Need More Recess?
Explore whether your child may benefit more from recess than another academic period, including research on attention, learning, physical activity, stress, social development, and school-day balance today.
Combined Grade Classrooms, What Parents Should Know
Learn how combined-grade classrooms work, why public schools use them, potential benefits and challenges, and the questions parents should ask before enrolling their child in one today.
