Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Montecito Union ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Montecito Union's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Santa Barbara, CA, encompassing approximately 18.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montecito Union ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montecito Union's student population of 353 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Montecito Union ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montecito Union is 0.41, 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
#44 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 Montecito Union's ranking?
Montecito Union is ranked #44 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montecito Union often compared to?
Montecito Unionis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montecito Union?
353 students attend Montecito Union.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Montecito Union students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montecito Union?
Montecito Union has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montecito Union offer ?
Montecito Union offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Montecito Union part of?
Montecito Union is part of Montecito Union Elementary School District.
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