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Elementary SchoolsGrades P-5

Carl E. Gilbert Elementary

Buena Park Elementary · Orange County · 7255 Eighth Street, Buena Park, CA 90621-2203

(714) 522-7281

2/10
#4631
Rank 4631 out of 5,722
Top 81%
English Language Arts2/10 · #4925 · 14th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4273 · 25th percentile
Science3/10 · #4310 · 23rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Buena Park is a busy, working-class city in northwestern Orange County, and Carl E. Gilbert Elementary reflects the tight-knit community it serves. The school draws families who are deeply rooted in the neighborhood, and while test scores suggest there's room to grow academically, the school's strength lies in its connection to the local community rather than rankings. Families who prioritize a familiar, close-to-home school experience where their kids grow up alongside neighborhood friends will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

221 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
202 (91%)
African American
11 (5%)
Other
9 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners124 (56%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged216 (98%)
Students with Disabilities38 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

490
Enrollment
21.5
Teachers (FTE)
22.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
24.6
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 · #1681 · 72nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found