Very Good
#3539 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Buena Vista High
High School · Paramount Unified
3717 Michelson St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,539 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#4 of 18
Paramount Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Buena Vista High
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About Buena Vista High
Buena Vista High is a public high school in Lakewood, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Buena Vista High serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buena Vista High show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Buena Vista High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Buena Vista High — Students at Buena Vista High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Buena Vista High Compares
See how Buena Vista High 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
3717 Michelson St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Vista High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Odyssey STEM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 0.1 mi | — |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Riley Elementary Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CREATIVE DAY PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Bellflower | 1.0 mi | — |
| Creative Day Academy Bellflower | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Craig Williams Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Hoover Middle Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE COUNTRY CLUB Lakewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bethany Lutheran Long Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Madison Elementary Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,246
Median Home Value
$779,600
Median Rent
$2,302/mo
Population
30,672
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Vista High
What grades does Buena Vista High serve?
Buena Vista High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Buena Vista High?
Buena Vista High has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista High?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista High is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buena Vista High rank in CA?
Buena Vista High ranks #3,539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buena Vista High's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Vista High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buena Vista High has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Buena Vista High a charter school?
No, Buena Vista High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Vista High a Title I school?
No, Buena Vista High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buena Vista High?
93.9% of students at Buena Vista High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 602-8090
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #4 of 18
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