Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 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: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary serves the eastern part of Buena Park, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
19%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School's ranking?
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School is ranked #2814 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School?
468 students attend Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School?
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School offer ?
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School part of?
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary School is part of Centralia Elementary School District.
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