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#250 of 381 private schools in WA
Buena Vista Sda School
Elementary School
3320 ACADEMY DR SE, Auburn, WA 98092
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#250 of 381
In Auburn
#6 of 6
public schools
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Buena Vista Sda School
Elementary School in Auburn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buena Vista Sda School
Buena Vista Sda School is a private elementary school in Auburn, WA. Buena Vista Sda School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Vista Sda School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Buena Vista Sda School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Buena Vista Sda School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Buena Vista Sda School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Auburn, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buena Vista Sda School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Chinook Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Muckleshoot Tribal School | — |
| Bowman Creek Elementary | 6.9 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Gildo Rey Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Olympic Middle School | 4.5 |
| Lake View Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Mt Baker Middle School | 5.1 |
| Lea Hill Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Lakeland Hills Elementary | 8.2 |
| Terminal Park Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Willow Crest Elementary | 9.0 |
| Rainier Middle School | 3.8 |
| Ilalko Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Washington Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Special Ed School | — |
| Dick Scobee Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary | 5.0 |
| Cascade Middle School | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Auburn
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3320 ACADEMY DR SE, Auburn, WA 98092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Vista Sda School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dieringer Heights Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Tapps), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Tapps Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Tapps), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUBURN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Chinook Elementary School Auburn | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Muckleshoot Tribal School Auburn | 1.5 mi | — |
| North Tapps Middle School Lake Tapps | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Bowman Creek Elementary Auburn | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lea Hill Elementary School Auburn | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Lake Tapps Elementary Lake Tapps | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Lake View Elementary School Auburn | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Willow Crest Elementary Auburn | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Auburn | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Dieringer Heights Elementary Lake Tapps | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Auburn | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Gildo Rey Elementary School Auburn | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Olympic Middle School Auburn | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Auburn Mountainview High School Auburn | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Mt Baker Middle School Auburn | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Lakeland Hills Elementary Auburn | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,614
Median Home Value
$594,800
Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Population
50,510
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Vista Sda School
What grades does Buena Vista Sda School serve?
Buena Vista Sda School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Buena Vista Sda School?
Buena Vista Sda School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista Sda School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista Sda School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Buena Vista Sda School rank in WA?
Buena Vista Sda School ranks #250 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Buena Vista Sda School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Vista Sda School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Buena Vista Sda School a private school?
Yes, Buena Vista Sda School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Buena Vista Sda School a religious school?
Buena Vista Sda School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (253) 833-0718
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