Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brandon 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon Elementary serves the west part of Goleta, CA, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brandon Elementary School's student population of 429 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Islanders!
School Rankings
Brandon 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 Brandon Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2835 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
blue and sand
School Mascot
Islanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Elementary School's ranking?
Brandon Elementary School is ranked #2835 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brandon Elementary School often compared to?
Brandon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Patera Elementary School, El Camino Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brandon Elementary School?
429 students attend Brandon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Brandon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Elementary School?
Brandon Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brandon Elementary School offer ?
Brandon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Brandon Elementary School part of?
Brandon Elementary School is part of Goleta Union Elementary School District.
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