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Buena Vista Elementary

Panama-Buena Vista Union · Kern County · 6547 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311-9792

(661) 831-0818 · www.pbvusd.k12.ca.us

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7/10
#1802
Rank 1802 out of 5,722
Top 31%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1671 · 71st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1905 · 67th percentile
Science7/10 · #1970 · 65th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Buena Vista Elementary sits in the southwest part of Bakersfield, one of the faster-growing corners of the Central Valley where newer subdivisions and young families have been steadily putting down roots. The school lands solidly above average across English, math, and science, making it a dependable choice in a district that tends to draw families who care about stability and community. If you're settling into the southwest Bakersfield area and want a neighborhood school with a consistent track record, Buena Vista is worth a close look.

Student Demographics

404 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
221 (55%)
White
77 (19%)
Asian
52 (13%)
African American
36 (9%)
Multiple Races
8 (2%)
Other
10 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners55 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged281 (70%)
Students with Disabilities50 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

713
Enrollment
27.5
Teachers (FTE)
25.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
24
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 Programs1/10 · #5751 · 5th percentile

4 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.