Below Average
#7534 of 9,539 schools in CA
Buena Park Middle
Middle School · Buena Park Elementary
6931 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,534 of 9,539
In Buena Park
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Buena Park Elementary
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Buena Park Middle
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About Buena Park Middle
Buena Park Middle is a public middle school in Buena Park, CA, part of Buena Park Elementary. Buena Park Middle serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buena Park Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Buena Park Middle runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Buena Park Middle 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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Buena Park Middle — Students at Buena Park Middle score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Buena Park Middle Compares
See how Buena Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6931 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEACON DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby La Palma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rossier Park School Buena Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| ROSSIER PARK SCHOOL Buena Park | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Hope Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ST PIUS V CATHOLIC SCHOOL Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Pius V Catholic School Buena Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 0.9 mi | — |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Mabel L. Pendleton Elementary Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 1.1 mi | — |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 1.7 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary Buena Park | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| James A. Whitaker Elementary Buena Park | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
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
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| Isbell Middle Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory Los Angeles, CA | 4.8 |
| Lick (James) Middle San Francisco, CA | 4.8 |
| March Middle Moreno Valley, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Park Middle
What grades does Buena Park Middle serve?
Buena Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Buena Park Middle?
Buena Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Park Middle is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buena Park Middle rank in CA?
Buena Park Middle ranks #7,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buena Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Buena Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buena Park Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buena Park Middle a charter school?
No, Buena Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Park Middle a Title I school?
No, Buena Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buena Park Middle?
87.5% of students at Buena Park Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (714) 522-8491
Resources & Links
District
Buena Park Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,784
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,084
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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