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Cold Spring Elementary

Cold Spring Elementary · Santa Barbara County · 2243 Sycamore Canyon Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108-1909

(805) 969-2678

10/10
#8
Rank 8 out of 5,722
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #1 · 100th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #23 · 100th percentile
Science10/10 · #9 · 100th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the foothills of Montecito — one of the most sought-after zip codes on the California coast — Cold Spring Elementary is a small, tight-knit public school that consistently performs at the very top of the state. Families here get the rare combination of an intimate neighborhood feel, stunning surroundings, and academics that rival elite private schools, all within a public school setting. It's the kind of place where kids know their teachers by name and parents are deeply invested in the community, making it a natural fit for families who want both exceptional academics and a warm, connected school culture.

Student Demographics

105 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
81 (77%)
Multiple Races
12 (11%)
Hispanic
5 (5%)
Other
7 (7%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged9 (9%)
Students with Disabilities17 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

188
Enrollment
13.8
Teachers (FTE)
13.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.7
Administrators (FTE)
16.5
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 Programs5/10 · #3027 · 50th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found