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Ballard Elementary

Ballard Elementary · Santa Barbara County · 2425 School Street, Solvang, CA 93463-9709

(805) 688-4812 · www.ballardschool.org

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9/10
#682
Rank 682 out of 5,722
Top 12%
English Language Arts10/10 · #556 · 90th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #660 · 88th percentile
Science9/10 · #1061 · 81st percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the charming Danish-themed village of Solvang in the Santa Barbara County wine country, Ballard Elementary is a small, tight-knit school that consistently punches well above its size, ranking in the top 12% of California elementary schools. With strong English and math scores and a genuinely community feel that's hard to find in larger suburban districts, it's a natural fit for families drawn to rural valley life — think weekend farmers markets, rolling vineyards, and a slower pace that still delivers serious academics. If you're settling into the Santa Ynez Valley and want a school where your kid is known by name rather than number, Ballard is worth a close look.

Student Demographics

71 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
56 (79%)
Hispanic
10 (14%)
Multiple Races
3 (4%)
Other
2 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged8 (11%)
Students with Disabilities10 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

113
Enrollment
7
Teachers (FTE)
16.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.5
Administrators (FTE)
18.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5499 · 9th percentile

13 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.