Excellent
#746 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Holder Elementary
Elementary School · Savanna Elementary
9550 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#746 of 9,539
In Buena Park
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Savanna Elementary
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Holder Elementary
Holder Elementary is a public elementary school in Buena Park, CA, part of Savanna Elementary. Holder Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Holder Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Holder Elementary runs 20.6:1 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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Holder Elementary — Students at Holder Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 8.4/10.
How Holder Elementary Compares
See how Holder 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
9550 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holder Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cerritos Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Juliet Morris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cypress), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orangeview Junior High Anaheim | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| Cypress High Cypress | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Hansen Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Danbrook Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Cerritos Elementary Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| Juliet Morris Elementary Cypress | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Western High Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim | 0.9 mi | — |
| Frank Vessels Elementary Cypress | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Twila Reid Elementary Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Wisdom Mission School Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary Cypress | 1.3 mi | — |
| Oxford Academy Cypress | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holder Elementary
What grades does Holder Elementary serve?
Holder Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Holder Elementary?
Holder Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holder Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Holder Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holder Elementary rank in CA?
Holder Elementary ranks #746 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Holder Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Holder 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 Holder Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holder Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Holder Elementary a charter school?
No, Holder Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holder Elementary a Title I school?
No, Holder Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holder Elementary?
78.6% of students at Holder 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
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (714) 236-3840
Resources & Links
District
Savanna Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,735
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,203
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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