Buffum Elementary School, K-5 (Public)

Long Beach Unified School District

2350 Ximeno Ave. Long Beach, CA 90815

Phone Number: (562) 498-2431

Fax Number: (562) 494-4898

Website: n/a

Head Official: Deborah Anderson

Students Enrolled: 347

Class Size: 21

See Buffum Elementary School at GreatSchools.net

Overall Parent Rating

Extracurricular Activites

Parent Involvement

Principal Leadership

Safety and Discipline

Teacher Quality

out of 14 ratings

Nearby Schools

Nearest Cities

Signal Hill 1.52mi

Long Beach 2.3mi

Lakewood 3.55mi

Los Alamitos 4.25mi

Hawaiian Gardens 4.46mi

Seal Beach 4.69mi

Artesia 5.69mi

Surfside 5.92mi

Bellflower 5.93mi

Cypress 6.11mi

Demographics
Reviews

Ethnicity Distribution

Percent Free And Reduced Price Lunch

59.04%

Percent Students With Limited English Proficiency

20.7%

11/25/2008

My daughter has been a student at Buffum since she was in Kinder and now she's a fifth grader. We love Buffum!! The thing I have always loved about Buffum is how everyone (parents, teachers & staff) work together here for the children. I don't worry about my child when she comes to school, because at Buffum, everyone is family. Test scores are up every year because the teachers and staff work diligently to make sure our kids are getting the education they need. I don't say it often or enought, but thank you teachers, staff and some of dedicated parent volunteers for your part in my child's life at Buffum. Angelica

written by a Parent

11/24/2008

My children have been at Buffum for 3 years and we love it.

written by a Parent

10/17/2008

my son just started kinder and so far its been great can't ask for more

written by a Parent

4/5/2008

My son is currently in Kinder at Buffum, he has a great teacher and loves to go to school everyday. My son tries hard to get 'bulldog pride.' I could not be happier.

written by a Parent

11/8/2007

Average, that is how I describe Buffum Elementary. The PTA is small, and is really struggling to get more parent involvement. The administration also seems be working out some kinks with the office staff, having to hire on temporary staffing for the end of last year seemed to have effected this year. I hope it starts to come all together because I am currently shopping around for a new school.

written by a Parent

9/5/2007

Very displeased with my child's 1st grade teacher and the teacher's unprofessional manner in teaching style. At this time I do not recommend this school for those that have a choice.

written by a Parent

4/20/2007

We love Buffum Elementary! It is a blessing that staff has been here for so many years! Some had children that went to the school but they stay to help the next generations! Great PTA & wonderful principal, teachers & parents! This is a school with a wonderful community spirit!

written by a Parent

4/12/2007

Buffum is a fantastic school with terrific teachers and staff. Buffum was awarded the California Distinguished School Award, and it was well deserved. Unlike many schools that are all about testing, testing, testing, Buffum teachers create a nice balance of academic achievement and fun. My daughter has attended Buffum since 1st grade, and she's well-prepared for middle school. Buffum has a recognized physical education program, a violin program that even covers kindergarten, and several other programs such as computers, chess, and drama. They also offer onsite aftercare through the YMCA.

written by a Parent

4/28/2006

Although, I have been a supportive parent, I have been displeased with the quality of teaching at Buffum. The school's social activities are superb, but academically it is lacking.

written by a Parent

9/4/2005

I have a niece that goes to Buffum Elementary school and she Loves It! It is a well rounded educational system. Buffum has numerous after school programs that assist children in academics. Buffum's test scores are improving yearly and you would be very satisfied if you chose Buffum for your school.

written by a Parent

6/23/2004

I just wanted to say to the parent complaining about children being bussed in....Buffum does not bus in children from other areas. You must have the wrong school.

written by a Parent

2/5/2004

This school is not a good school. Test scores are below average on district site. Children are bussed in from other areas which accounts for large class sizes. If there is a complaint from a parent it goes unrecognized. I have moved my child out of this school due to bad adminastration and teachers that are just sitting and waiting for retirement and do not care about the children.

written by a Parent

8/22/2003

I feel that Buffum is a good school overall. I have had a great experience with the staff at Buffum. I would like to see more activities for the kids.

written by a Parent