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Buena Vista Elementary

Carlsbad Unified · San Diego County · 1330 Buena Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008-1535

(760) 331-5400 · www.carlsbadusd.k12.ca.us

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9/10
#741
Rank 741 out of 5,722
Top 13%
English Language Arts9/10 · #755 · 87th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #837 · 85th percentile
Science9/10 · #601 · 89th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the coastal community of Carlsbad, Buena Vista Elementary consistently performs well above average across English, math, and science — a strong option in an already competitive North San Diego County school landscape. The school draws families who want solid academics without sacrificing that laid-back beach-town feel that makes Carlsbad such a desirable place to raise kids. With the lagoon nearby and a tight-knit neighborhood vibe, it's the kind of place where strong test scores and a relaxed Southern California lifestyle actually coexist.

Student Demographics

138 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
68 (49%)
Hispanic
46 (33%)
Multiple Races
15 (11%)
Asian
5 (4%)
African American
4 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners7 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged60 (43%)
Students with Disabilities26 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

281
Enrollment
12
Teachers (FTE)
23.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.1
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 · #1352 · 78th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found