For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 711 students in Solvang, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Solvang, CA are Ballard Elementary School and Solvang Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Solvang, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Solvang have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Solvang, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2425 Sch St.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4812
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4812
Grades: K-6
| 118 students
Rank: #22.
Solvang Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
565 Atterdag Rd.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4810
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4810
Grades: K-8
| 593 students
Solvang, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
565 Atterdag Rd.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-5112
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-5112
Grades: 5-8
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Solvang, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Solvang, CA include Ballard Elementary School and Solvang Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Solvang?
2 public elementary schools are located in Solvang.
What is the racial composition of students in Solvang?
Solvang public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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