Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tierra Buena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Buena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tierra Buena Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tierra Buena Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tierra Buena Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2586 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Buena Elementary School's ranking?
Tierra Buena Elementary School is ranked #2586 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tierra Buena Elementary School often compared to?
Tierra Buena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butte Vista Elementary School, Brittan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tierra Buena Elementary School?
617 students attend Tierra Buena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Tierra Buena Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tierra Buena Elementary School?
Tierra Buena Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tierra Buena Elementary School offer ?
Tierra Buena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tierra Buena Elementary School part of?
Tierra Buena Elementary School is part of Yuba City Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 6/10/2017
Great school
2 10/27/2014
I am the guardian of my granddaughter who started this school this Tierra Buena school year in the 5th grade. At her prior school she was A/B student, Student Body Vice President, and was classified as a GATE student due to her high marks on the tests. She was very well liked by all staff and this year has gone back to that school after her school is out and helps younger students and staff .
Now at Tierra Buena this year she is not doing as well according to 4 of her teachers who told us today that she was disruptive, stubborn and argumentative, what a shock.
The one teacher she has 2 periods a day admitted that he will no answer some questions for her and tells her to look it up, I thought teachers were to help the students. Additionally he she doesn't understand something he tells her, you should have been listening. Gee, I guess he has never been confused by what someone has said, I know I sure have at times.
This child is not perfect and does make mistakes which is what kids do.
I spoke to the Principal about it but he just referred me to have a meeting with the teacher which I did but it resolved nothing.
I do not appreciate the attitude of the teacher, his style of teaching or his superior attitude.
The Principal has been of no assistance either.
I do not believe this is going to be a positive learning experience for her so I am going to have to be a little more assertive on my part.
I believe the next time I have to meet with any of the staff at this school I will be accompanied by an attorney.
If there is any way you can avoid sending your child to this school I highly recommend you go to another school. I know the outcome of my experience will not be a positive one but I am going to do my best to try and have changes made so other children do not become victims of this incompetent staff.
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