For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,222 students in 93117, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93117, CA are Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Santa Barbara Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93117 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93117, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93117, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kellogg Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
475 Cambridge Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1277
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1277
Gr: K-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Isla Vista Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6875 El Colegio Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-4418
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-4418
Gr: K-6 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Santa Barbara Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6100 Stow Canyon Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Gr: K-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Ellwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7686 Hollister Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3774
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3774
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Vista De Las Cruces
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9467 San Julian Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 686-1880
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 686-1880
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Brandon Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
195 Brandon Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3770
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3770
Gr: K-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
La Patera Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 North La Patera Ln.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1280
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1280
Gr: K-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93117, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93117, CA include Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Santa Barbara Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93117?
7 public elementary schools are located in 93117.
What is the racial composition of students in 93117?
93117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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