Serving 9 students in grades 5-12, Santa Barbara County Community 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Barbara County Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Barbara County Community's student population of 9 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Barbara County Community 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 Santa Barbara County Community is 0.00, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
25%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Barbara County Community's ranking?
Santa Barbara County Community is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Barbara County Community?
The graduation rate of Santa Barbara County Community is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Santa Barbara County Community?
9 students attend Santa Barbara County Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Santa Barbara County Community students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Barbara County Community?
Santa Barbara County Community has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Santa Barbara County Community offer ?
Santa Barbara County Community offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Santa Barbara County Community part of?
Santa Barbara County Community is part of Santa Barbara County Office Of Education School District.
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