For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,085 students in 93109, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93109, CA are Washington Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93109 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93109, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93109, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
290 Lighthouse Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 965-6653
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 965-6653
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
431 Flora Vista Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 966-7023
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 966-7023
Gr: K-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
350 Loma Alta Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 966-9926
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 966-9926
Gr: K-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93109, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93109, CA include Washington Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93109?
3 public schools are located in 93109.
What is the racial composition of students in 93109?
93109 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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