Serving 426 students in grades 7-8, La Cumbre Junior High 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Cumbre Junior High serves the southwest part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Cumbre Junior High School's student population of 426 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Cumbre Junior High 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 La Cumbre Junior High School is 0.19, 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
#5974 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Cumbre Junior High School's ranking?
La Cumbre Junior High School is ranked #5974 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Cumbre Junior High School often compared to?
La Cumbre Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Colina Junior High School, Goleta Valley Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Cumbre Junior High School?
426 students attend La Cumbre Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of La Cumbre Junior High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Cumbre Junior High School?
La Cumbre Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Cumbre Junior High School offer ?
La Cumbre Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Cumbre Junior High School part of?
La Cumbre Junior High School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Cumbre Junior High School located?
La Cumbre Junior High School is located in the Bel Air neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bel Air.
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