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Mabel L. Pendleton Elementary

Buena Park Elementary · Orange County · 7101 Stanton Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90621-3825

(714) 521-8568

4/10
#3955
Rank 3955 out of 5,722
Top 69%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4020 · 30th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3249 · 43rd percentile
Science1/10 · #5117 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Pendleton Elementary sits in Buena Park, a busy, working-class corner of northwest Orange County known more for its proximity to Knott's Berry Farm than its school rankings — and honestly, Pendleton reflects that same unpretentious, roll-up-your-sleeves spirit. Math scores here run a bit stronger than English, which could be a plus for families with kids who lean toward numbers, and it might be a good fit for parents who want to stay actively involved in their child's learning journey rather than coast on a school's reputation. Buena Park itself is affordable by Orange County standards, densely populated, and convenient to freeways, making it a practical landing spot for families who want a foothold in the region without the sticker shock of communities further south.

Student Demographics

147 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
118 (80%)
Filipino
8 (5%)
White
6 (4%)
Multiple Races
6 (4%)
African American
4 (3%)
Asian
3 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners53 (36%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged133 (90%)
Students with Disabilities35 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

365
Enrollment
21.9
Teachers (FTE)
16.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
19.6
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 · #1516 · 75th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found