For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,106 students in Goleta, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 541 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Goleta, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Goleta, CA are Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Dos Pueblos Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Goleta, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Goleta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Goleta, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kellogg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
475 Cambridge Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1277
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1277
Grades: K-6
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Isla Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6875 El Colegio Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-4418
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-4418
Grades: K-6
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Dos Pueblos Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7266 Alameda Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-2541
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-2541
Grades: 9-12
| 2,034 students
Rank: #44.
Santa Barbara Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Stow Canyon Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Grades: K-8
| 283 students
Rank: #55.
Goleta Valley Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Stow Canyon Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-3486
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-3486
Grades: 7-8
| 717 students
Rank: #66.
Ellwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7686 Hollister Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3774
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3774
Grades: K-6
| 341 students
Rank: #77.
Vista De Las Cruces
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9467 San Julian Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 686-1880
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 686-1880
Grades: K-8
| 39 students
Rank: #88.
Brandon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
195 Brandon Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3770
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3770
Grades: K-6
| 444 students
Rank: #99.
La Patera Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 N. La Patera Ln.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1280
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1280
Grades: K-6
| 376 students
Rank: n/an/a
401 N. Fairview Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1200
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Goleta, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dos Pueblos Charger Academy (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
7268 Alameda Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-7899
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-7899
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
7421 Mirano Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3772
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3772
Grades: K-6
| 325 students
Santa Barbara Charter Middle School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
6100 Stow Canyon Rd
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Grades: 6-8
| 65 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Goleta, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Goleta, CA include Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Dos Pueblos Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Goleta?
10 public schools are located in Goleta.
What percentage of students in Goleta go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Goleta are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Goleta?
Goleta public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Goleta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Goleta include: Ellwood Elementary School vs. Isla Vista Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School vs. Ellwood Elementary School, Brandon Elementary School vs. Isla Vista Elementary School
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