Buena Vista Elementary School
Lompoc, CA 93436-1208
Phone: (805) 742-2020
Fax: (805) 742-2021
District: Lompoc Unified
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades K-6 • 498 students
Buena Vista Elementary School, located in Lompoc, California, serves grades K-6 in the Lompoc Unified district. It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on its performance on state standardized tests.
Buena Vista Elementary School is a public school located in Lompoc, CA. 498 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 6/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 5/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: May 11, 2021
Anytime my son would misbehave they would send him straight to the office and write him a referral no mater what he did. In third grade he was sent to the office for sharpening his pencil while the teacher was talking. he has trouble focusing in class and there were only two teachers of his whole time there that would help him in class. The other teachers just send him straight to the office. Very close-minded school what every student has to fit the same mold.
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Posted: August 14, 2019
The current principal is awful. She has no credibility with her staff and doesnt know how to handle parents or students. We pulled our child from the school because of horrible leadership.
Posted: August 14, 2019
Posted: August 14, 2019
Students are bullied on a daily basis by other students and teachers.
Posted: August 14, 2019
Horrible. I dont recommend this school for anyone.
Posted: August 14, 2019
Posted: August 14, 2019
We had the worst experience with a 4th grade teacher. Kinder and 1st were amazing. 2nd and 3rd were average.
Posted: August 14, 2019
One teacher was caught lying about a student and there were no repercussions. She didnt even apologize. Bullying is on full force amongst students and teachers.
Posted: September 18, 2017
Posted: September 18, 2017
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Posted: September 18, 2017
Posted: September 18, 2017
This school is terrible and completely overrated! I wrote a review about it a few years ago but I see that it conveniently disappeared?? My child was very much left behind and not important to anyone. If however my child had been an English learner (EL), it would have been a complete different story. California school system has gone to hell...Dumb them down is what is really going on. Thanks for nothing Buena Vista! Stop removing my review!!!
Posted: September 18, 2017
Posted: April 22, 2017
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Posted: April 22, 2017
The teachers provide the students with great ways to support both their reading and math skills. They suggest ways to work with your children at home and care about each student. The front office staff is amazing.
Posted: August 4, 2013
Buena Vista Elementary is by far the best elementary school my children have attended. The teachers and office staff are always caring and always refer to the kids by name.
Posted: June 18, 2013
We've been at Buena Vista for 4 years now and honestly can't say enough positive about the teachers, the principal, the programs for their students and the overall commitment to student learning! And I love the family involvement at the school - I've never seen so many parent volunteers - a wonderful community, and an amazing school!
Posted: April 13, 2010
My child has loved her teachers and they've all been very easy for parents to talk to. The teachers, principal and staff are committed to the children.
Posted: April 13, 2010
I think Buena Vista has the most dedicated teachers and school personnel in Lompoc they make sure each and every student has everything they need in order to grow into very successful individuals. Our principle is very supportive of the teachers and parents she will make time out of her busy schedule if we have concerns or any questions.
Posted: October 29, 2006
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vandenberg Family Housing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Vandenberg Air Force Base | CA | 4.5 mi | |
| 2 | Lompoc | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lompoc | CA | 4.8 mi | |
| 3 | Los Alamos | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Los Alamos | CA | 10.8 mi | |
| 4 | Orcutt | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Orcutt | CA | 10.9 mi | |
| 5 | Santa Maria | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Santa Maria | CA | 15.4 mi | |
| 6 | Arbor Ridge Apartments | Apartment Complex | Santa Maria | CA | 15.6 mi | |
| 7 | Buellton | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Buellton | CA | 16.8 mi | |
| 8 | Santa Ynez | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Santa Ynez | CA | 22.8 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solvang | Solvang | CA | 19.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Vandenberg AFB | 7.1 mi. |
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