I have to say i've been fortunate as far the good teachers that my son has had...He's been at buena terra since ist grade and now he's in fourth..Although i am not pleased with the office staff either they are very rude i never had a problem before i dont know if it's because everyone is overloaded with
... Read more work due to the econmoy and lay offs but the ladies in the office are very rude Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/09
I am not happy with Buena Terra School any longer and I am looking to put my son in a new school. I am disappointed with the new office staff. The principle Ms. Pelly does not care about the students and the parents. It is very different there now that Ms. Bianco is not there. I can not believe that
... Read more the new people in the office are allowed to treat people so badly. The teachers at this school are mostly good but there are a few that need to retire. I wish they would already. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
Principle and teachers have incredible teaching, good loving mind and responsiblity each contacting. And then school around circumstance is good to studing, example, calm and good manner neighber, no accident,good view etc. I recomend this school, it is one of best school.
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Posted by a parent on 05/22/08
We had shifted from India in september here and i was quite worried about my kids admission and how he will adjust in the new enviroment as there is a vast different in the method of teaching and everything was new for him beginning with friends, teachers and the school schedule. My child is only 4
... Read more months old in this school and i dont know the whole staff as yet but who ever i have met has been of great help to me and my kid, be it his class teacher ,the office staff or the principal. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/31/08
What can I say...This school is the best! I love the teachers! The teachers really focus on the importance of Learning. They encourage the children to do thier absolute best...and find time to reward them for it! The Lines of communication are open between parent & teacher...and that is very important
... Read more to me. The office staff is always very accomadating and understanding. They are always so busy ,but still have time and are eager to help everyone. The Principle is quick to address any issues, both positive and negative...She is Awesome! I am really dreading ever having to attend a different school because Buena Terra sets very High standards. I want everyone at Buena Terra to know that they are very appreciated and my children love going to school there. With Sincere gratitude and respect, Very Happy Buena Terra Parents! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/17/08
Buena Terra is an excellent elementary school. The teachers & staff go above and beyond to help the students. Many stay after school to do tutoring free of charge on their own time! The office staff is wonderful and very helpful. The school also has an extremely active PTA that sponsors field trips
... Read more for each grade, assemblies, parent & child events, and a carnival, just to name a few of the things they do. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. They keep the parents very informed, all they have to do is look in their kids backpacks to find flyers about anything going on at the school. To the parent who said they had to hire tutors, have you tried talking to the teachers? The 6th grade teachers are there several days a week after school with tutoring clubs. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/04/07
This school is a wonderful, caring place for our children to learn. I have seen children come into the office and hug Mrs. Brede, Mrs. Gallagher and Mrs. Bianco before going to class. The staff is friendly, and they all go the extra mile for students and parents. Mrs. Bianco is always willing to talk
... Read more to parents about any concerns they may have. The staff welcomes parents to come in and see them for any reason. The school and the community work together. There is always information going out to the parents about news and school activities. What I would of given to have gone to a school like this. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/02/07
This school is a great school. They are clearly focussed on what really matters...students learning. They absolutely are friendly and welcome all children and community members into the school. The children are happy to go to this school because the teachers and principal go above and beyond to
... Read more make them feel safe and secure. This is a fantastic school with a terrific staff. As for communication, there is constantly information going out to the homes through telephone calls, teacher notes, the school news and the marquee. I am not sure what more you could ask for in a school. Read less
Posted by a other on 11/01/07
I'm very disappointed with this school, they wait until the day before school start to post the classroom in which your child will be in, list of supplies will be given on the 1st day of school, staff not very friendly, I have not seen my kid improved in any of his subjects, I'm now paying lots of money
... Read more to have my child tutor to prepare him for 7th grade. I wish the Principal would get more involve in what is going on in the classrooms. I sure miss my kid's previous school the teacher were so in tune and prepared I got a report every Friday on my kid,at BT there is no communication. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/04/07
my son & daughter attended b.t k-6 and another daughter k-3 (we moved) b.t has given them top notch education with the help of the most fantastic teachers. their teachers went above and beyond. they were able to direct my children onto a path of high achievements. because of the strong foundation given
... Read more to them, they have been incredibly prepared for junior high and now high school. I give thanks to Mrs. Bruce, Mr. Hackett, Mrs. Barcelona, Mrs. Itoh and Mrs. Halsted and anyone else that has touch, moved and inspired my kids at B.T Read less
* In 2008-2009 California used the California Standards Tests (CSTs) to test students in English language arts in grades 2 through 11; math in grades 2 through 7; science in grades 5, 8 and 10; and history-social science in grades 8 and 11. Middle and high school students also took subject-specific CSTs in math and science, depending on the course in which they were enrolled. The CSTs are standards-based tests, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of California. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.
Student enrollment:
411
Students per teacher:
32
Full-time teachers:
13
Number of classrooms:
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Buena Park schools — Buena Terra Elementary School is located at 8299 Holder St, Buena Park CA 90620. 8299 Holder St is in the 90620 ZIP code in Buena Park, CA The school district for Buena Terra Elementary School is the Centralia Elementary School District. Buena Terra Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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