Serving 718 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Buena Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 718 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2094 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
56%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Vista Elementary School is ranked #2094 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buena Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Buena Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
718 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Elementary School offer ?
Buena Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Buena Vista Elementary School located?
Buena Vista Elementary School is located in the Hidden Oak neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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