Excellent
#666 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Buena Terra Elementary
Elementary School · Centralia Elementary
8299 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#666 of 9,539
In Buena Park
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Centralia Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Buena Terra Elementary
Buena Terra Elementary is a public elementary school in Buena Park, CA, part of Centralia Elementary. Buena Terra Elementary serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Terra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buena Terra Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Buena Terra Elementary runs 26.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Buena Terra Elementary — Students at Buena Terra Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Buena Terra Elementary Compares
See how Buena Terra Elementary 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
8299 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Terra Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holder Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Arthur F. Corey Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, George B. Miller Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby La Palma), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Hope Buena Park | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Rossier Park School Buena Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSSIER PARK SCHOOL Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Orangeview Junior High Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Buena Park Middle Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 1.3 mi | — |
| Danbrook Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| Holder Elementary Buena Park | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
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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|---|---|
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, CA | 8.6 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Terra Elementary
What grades does Buena Terra Elementary serve?
Buena Terra Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Buena Terra Elementary?
Buena Terra Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Terra Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Terra Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buena Terra Elementary rank in CA?
Buena Terra Elementary ranks #666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buena Terra Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Terra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Buena Terra Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buena Terra Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buena Terra Elementary a charter school?
No, Buena Terra Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Terra Elementary a Title I school?
No, Buena Terra Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buena Terra Elementary?
58.5% of students at Buena Terra 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 634
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (714) 228-3220
Resources & Links
District
Centralia Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,052
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,390
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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