Buena Vista Elementary School

I moved my kids here from the nearby Lafayette school district, and this school has exceeded my expectations.Its a smaller school where everybody is very friendly and it feels like a family here. The lunch is so much better than the pathetic food from public school, as kids get to pick and choose from a wide variety of options every week. Multiple field trips and outings every semester for enrichment and the sports programs are well organized so kids with different talents can participate.The academic competitiveness is probably not as intensive as those elite private schools that's costing $50k a year, but its definitely challenging enough to keep my daughter engaged in the classroom, given that her state exam result is a few years above grade level. Most importantly she made friends here who regard learning as a priority.The teachers are very engaging and parents get detailed weekly update on their kids academic progress. If they missed a homework, I am automatically notified on the same day by their system.The school also has a well diversified student population. Kids are very well disciplined here, which is very important for an excellent studying and growing environment. I met many parents who are enthusiastic about devoting and contributing to their kids' education while volunteering in school activities.Overall I recommend this school, especially if you are sick and tired of the California public schools and want your kids to thrive in a safe and friendly environment.

Thoughtful program focused on whole child development. It has made a huge difference in our child's academic learning and personal growth.

Tepid at best. I wish I could fully endorse this school, but I can not. During shelter in place and distance learning, there was much to be desired. No real information from the school leadership. Today we are one month post the last day of school and still no information on schooling in the fall or the measures that will take place. It's disappointing to have no assurance during this time of uncertainty.