Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Buena Vista Elementary 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buena Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Buena Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzanita Public Charter, Crestview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
524 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher 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-6
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of Lompoc Unified School District.
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