Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cleveland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland Elementary serves the east part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleveland Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Cleveland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#7265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Elementary School is ranked #7265 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cleveland Elementary School often compared to?
Cleveland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary School?
254 students attend Cleveland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cleveland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Elementary School?
Cleveland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cleveland Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cleveland Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Elementary School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Elementary School located?
Cleveland Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastside.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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