Serving 147 students in grades 1-8, Santa Ynez Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Ynez Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 578.8 square miles around Santa Ynez, CA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 37.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Ynez Elementary School's student population of 147 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Ynez Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Ynez Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
56%
56%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Ynez Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Ynez Elementary School is ranked #2531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Ynez Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Ynez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Ynez Valley Charter, Ballard Elementary School, Los Olivos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santa Ynez Elementary School?
147 students attend Santa Ynez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Santa Ynez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Ynez Elementary School?
Santa Ynez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Ynez Elementary School offer ?
Santa Ynez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Santa Ynez Elementary School part of?
Santa Ynez Elementary School is part of College Elementary School District.
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