Very Good
#3241 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Buttonwillow Elementary
Elementary School · Buttonwillow Union Elementary
42600 Hwy 58, Buttonwillow, CA 93206
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,241 of 9,539
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Buttonwillow Elementary
Buttonwillow Elementary is a public elementary school in Buttonwillow, CA, part of Buttonwillow Union Elementary. Buttonwillow Elementary serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Buttonwillow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,241 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buttonwillow Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Buttonwillow Elementary 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.
Buttonwillow Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Buttonwillow Elementary 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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Buttonwillow Elementary — Students at Buttonwillow Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.1/10.
How Buttonwillow Elementary Compares
See how Buttonwillow Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
42600 Hwy 58, Buttonwillow, CA 93206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buttonwillow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKittrick Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Mckittrick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rio Bravo Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elk Hills Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Tupman), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buttonwillow, see our Buttonwillow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Hills Elementary Tupman | 9.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Rosewall Christian Academy Bakersfield | 9.3 mi | — |
| McKittrick Elementary Mckittrick | 10.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Maple Elementary Shafter | 11.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Semitropic Elementary Wasco | 14.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Stage’s Family School Shafter | 12.1 mi | — |
| Grow Academy Shafter Bakersfield | 12.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Golden Oak Elementary Shafter | 12.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Little Hands Academy Shafter | 12.9 mi | — |
| John L. Prueitt Elementary Wasco | 14.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Redwood Elementary Shafter | 13.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Richland Junior High Shafter | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Rio Bravo Elementary Bakersfield | 12.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Teresa Burke Elementary Wasco | 14.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Rio Bravo-Greeley Elementary Bakersfield | 12.6 mi | 7.7 |
| FREE WILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shafter | 13.5 mi | — |
| Palm Avenue Middle Wasco | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Wasco Independence High Wasco | 14.8 mi | 5.3 |
| North Kern Christian Wasco | 15.1 mi | — |
| NORTH KERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wasco | 15.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,170
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
1,953
College Educated
6.9%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
27.1
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| Brooktree Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.1 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buttonwillow Elementary
What grades does Buttonwillow Elementary serve?
Buttonwillow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Buttonwillow Elementary?
Buttonwillow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buttonwillow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buttonwillow Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buttonwillow Elementary rank in CA?
Buttonwillow Elementary ranks #3,241 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buttonwillow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buttonwillow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Buttonwillow Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buttonwillow Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buttonwillow Elementary a charter school?
No, Buttonwillow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buttonwillow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Buttonwillow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buttonwillow Elementary?
80.1% of students at Buttonwillow 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (661) 764-5166
Resources & Links
District
Buttonwillow Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 287
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,326
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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