Excellent
#730 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Arthur F. Corey Elementary
Elementary School · Buena Park Elementary
7351 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Buena Park
#1 of 14
public schools
California elementary schools
#535 of 5,817
In district
#1 of 7
Buena Park Elementary
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Arthur F. Corey Elementary
Arthur F. Corey Elementary is a public elementary school in Buena Park, CA, part of the Buena Park Elementary. The school serves approximately 363 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 25.9:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math, 16 points above the state average and 52% in reading/language arts, 7 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $122,582, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur F. Corey Elementary is 25.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Arthur F. Corey Elementary — Students at Arthur F. Corey Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Arthur F. Corey Elementary Compares
See how Arthur F. Corey Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 56.78% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 50% (2019) to 51.76% (2024).
Location
7351 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur F. Corey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cerritos Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Raymond Temple Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Buena Park Middle Buena Park | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 0.6 mi | — |
| Rossier Park School Buena Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| Hope Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSSIER PARK SCHOOL Buena Park | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 0.8 mi | — |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PIUS V CATHOLIC SCHOOL Buena Park | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Pius V Catholic School Buena Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cerritos Elementary Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,582
Median Home Value
$782,000
Median Rent
$2,263/mo
Population
46,992
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Arthur F. Corey Elementary has a median household income of $122,582. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $782,000, with a median rent of $2,263/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.4 |
| Charles Helmers Elementary Valencia, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur F. Corey Elementary
What grades does Arthur F. Corey Elementary serve?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arthur F. Corey Elementary?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur F. Corey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur F. Corey Elementary is 25.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arthur F. Corey Elementary rank in CA?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary is ranked #730 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Arthur F. Corey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arthur F. Corey Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Arthur F. Corey Elementary has 55.2% math proficiency and 52.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Arthur F. Corey Elementary a charter school?
No, Arthur F. Corey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arthur F. Corey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arthur F. Corey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arthur F. Corey Elementary?
72.5% of students at Arthur F. Corey Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 41 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 30 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 43 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,632/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 522-8389
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Buena Park Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,784
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,084
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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