Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Santa Barbara Community Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Barbara Community Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 46 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Barbara Community Academy's student population of 221 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Year Founded
1866
School Rankings
Santa Barbara Community Academy 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 Santa Barbara Community Academy is 0.10, 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-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 Santa Barbara Community Academy's ranking?
Santa Barbara Community Academy is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Barbara Community Academy often compared to?
Santa Barbara Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santa Barbara Community Academy?
221 students attend Santa Barbara Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Santa Barbara Community Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Barbara Community Academy?
Santa Barbara Community Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Barbara Community Academy offer ?
Santa Barbara Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Santa Barbara Community Academy part of?
Santa Barbara Community Academy is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Barbara Community Academy located?
Santa Barbara Community Academy 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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