Vieja Valley Elementary School

434 Nogal Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vieja Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : Vieja Valley Elementary serves the southern part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Vieja Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Vieja Valley Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Vieja Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vieja Valley Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
60-64%
34%
70-74%
47%
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
White
55%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
45%
0.57
(22-23)
16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vieja Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Vieja Valley Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vieja Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Vieja Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vieja Valley Elementary School?
313 students attend Vieja Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Vieja Valley Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vieja Valley Elementary School?
Vieja Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vieja Valley Elementary School offer ?
Vieja Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vieja Valley Elementary School part of?
Vieja Valley Elementary School is part of HOPE Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : Vieja Valley Elementary serves the southern part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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