Below Average
#7833 of 9,539 schools in CA
Buckeye School of the Arts
Elementary School · Gateway Unified
4411 Mountain Lakes Blvd., Redding, CA 96003
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,833 of 9,539
In Redding
#35 of 40
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Gateway Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Buckeye School of the Arts
Elementary School in Redding · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buckeye School of the Arts
Buckeye School of the Arts is a public elementary school in Redding, CA, part of Gateway Unified. Buckeye School of the Arts serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckeye School of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,833 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buckeye School of the Arts show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Buckeye School of the Arts were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buckeye School of the Arts — Students at Buckeye School of the Arts score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Buckeye School of the Arts Compares
See how Buckeye School of the Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4411 Mountain Lakes Blvd., Redding, CA 96003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckeye School of the Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redding STEM Academy (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocky Point Charter (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manzanita Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redding STEM Academy Redding | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Shasta County Special Education Redding | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Shasta County Independent Study Redding | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Rocky Point Charter Redding | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Turtle Bay Redding | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Pioneer Continuation High Redding | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Shasta High Redding | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| University Preparatory Redding | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Shasta Collegiate Academy Redding | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Manzanita Elementary Redding | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Redding | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Redding | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Valley High Redding | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Shasta Lake Redding | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Cypress Elementary Redding | 4.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Spectrum Center Redding Redding | 4.0 mi | — |
| Mountain Lakes High Redding | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Gateway Educational Options Shasta Lake | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway Community Day Redding | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,801
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Rent
$1,402/mo
Population
44,068
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
40.6
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| Adams Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Bursch Elementary Compton, CA | 4.6 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland, CA | 4.6 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach, CA | 4.6 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckeye School of the Arts
What grades does Buckeye School of the Arts serve?
Buckeye School of the Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Buckeye School of the Arts?
Buckeye School of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckeye School of the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckeye School of the Arts is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buckeye School of the Arts rank in CA?
Buckeye School of the Arts ranks #7,833 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buckeye School of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckeye School of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buckeye School of the Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckeye School of the Arts has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buckeye School of the Arts a charter school?
No, Buckeye School of the Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buckeye School of the Arts a Title I school?
No, Buckeye School of the Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckeye School of the Arts?
86.0% of students at Buckeye School of the Arts 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (530) 225-0420
Resources & Links
District
Gateway Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,119
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,972
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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