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#4846 of 9,539 schools in CA
Raymond Temple Elementary
Elementary School · Centralia Elementary
7800 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,846 of 9,539
In Buena Park
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Centralia Elementary
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Raymond Temple Elementary
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About Raymond Temple Elementary
Raymond Temple Elementary is a public elementary school in Buena Park, CA, part of Centralia Elementary. Raymond Temple Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond Temple Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Raymond Temple Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Raymond Temple Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
36% of students at Raymond Temple 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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Raymond Temple Elementary — Students at Raymond Temple Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.7/10.
How Raymond Temple Elementary Compares
See how Raymond Temple Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7800 Holder St., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raymond Temple Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arthur F. Corey Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, George B. Miller Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby La Palma), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Hope Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Rossier Park School Buena Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| ROSSIER PARK SCHOOL Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Buena Park Middle Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 1.1 mi | — |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PIUS V CATHOLIC SCHOOL Buena Park | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Pius V Catholic School Buena Park | 1.4 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raymond Temple Elementary
What grades does Raymond Temple Elementary serve?
Raymond Temple Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Raymond Temple Elementary?
Raymond Temple Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond Temple Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Raymond Temple Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raymond Temple Elementary rank in CA?
Raymond Temple Elementary ranks #4,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Raymond Temple Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Raymond Temple Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Raymond Temple Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond Temple Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Raymond Temple Elementary a charter school?
No, Raymond Temple Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raymond Temple Elementary a Title I school?
No, Raymond Temple Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymond Temple Elementary?
73.6% of students at Raymond Temple 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
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (714) 228-3290
Resources & Links
District
Centralia Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,052
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,390
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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