Ellwood Elementary School

7686 Hollister Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ellwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ellwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Ellwood Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
327 students
This chart displays total students of Ellwood Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Ellwood Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Ellwood Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Ellwood Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

Ellwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellwood Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Ellwood Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Ellwood Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Ellwood Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in California by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Asian
6%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
54%
56%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
n/a
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in California by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
White
31%
20%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ellwood Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in California.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Ellwood Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ellwood Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ellwood Elementary School's ranking?
Ellwood Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ellwood Elementary School often compared to?
Ellwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isla Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ellwood Elementary School?
327 students attend Ellwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ellwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellwood Elementary School?
Ellwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ellwood Elementary School offer ?
Ellwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ellwood Elementary School part of?
Ellwood Elementary School is part of Goleta Union Elementary School District.

School Reviews

Review Ellwood Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Demystifying IEPs
Demystifying IEPs
Unlock the power of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in this comprehensive guide. Discover how IEPs support students with diverse needs, including behavioral challenges. This article is a must-read for parents navigating the education system and aspiring teachers seeking to make a positive impact.
Unlocking Academic Excellence: A Guide to Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Unlocking Academic Excellence: A Guide to Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Discover how AP courses empower students to pursue college-level studies, earn college credits, and stand out in the competitive admissions landscape.
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links