Serving 900 students in grades 7-8, La Colina Junior High 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Colina Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Colina Junior High School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Colina Junior High 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 La Colina Junior High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2124 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Colina Junior High School's ranking?
La Colina Junior High School is ranked #2124 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Colina Junior High School often compared to?
La Colina Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Barbara Junior High School, La Cumbre Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Colina Junior High School?
900 students attend La Colina Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of La Colina Junior High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Colina Junior High School?
La Colina Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Colina Junior High School offer ?
La Colina Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Colina Junior High School part of?
La Colina Junior High School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Colina Junior High School located?
La Colina Junior High School is located in the Hope neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hope.
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