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Buena Park Middle

Buena Park Elementary · Orange County · 6931 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620-1350

(714) 522-8491

4/10
#888
Rank 888 out of 1,315
Top 67%
English Language Arts3/10 · #936 · 29th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #890 · 32nd percentile
Science4/10 · #810 · 39th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Buena Park Middle serves a working-class community in northwest Orange County, where families tend to prioritize stability and tight-knit neighborhood connections over suburban polish. The school sits in an area that feels more lived-in than the glossier parts of Orange County, which suits families looking for a grounded, no-frills middle school experience. Academic scores land in the lower third statewide, so families who want extra challenge may want to supplement at home or explore enrichment options alongside what the school offers.

Student Demographics

595 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
468 (79%)
Filipino
31 (5%)
Asian
30 (5%)
White
26 (4%)
African American
25 (4%)
Multiple Races
10 (2%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners240 (40%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged551 (93%)
Students with Disabilities77 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

633
Enrollment
28
Teachers (FTE)
22.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #330 · 76th percentile

174 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found