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La Patera Elementary

Goleta Union Elementary · Santa Barbara County · 555 North La Patera Lane, Goleta, CA 93117-1507

(805) 681-1280

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7/10
#2072
Rank 2072 out of 5,722
Top 36%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1902 · 67th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2709 · 53rd percentile
Science8/10 · #1393 · 75th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

La Patera Elementary sits in Goleta, the laid-back coastal community just west of Santa Barbara that locals affectionately call "the Good Land" — and families here tend to appreciate that easy beach-town vibe paired with solid academics. The school performs particularly well in science, which makes sense given its proximity to UCSB and the research-driven community that surrounds it. Families looking for a grounded, community-feel school in one of California's most scenic corners will find La Patera a comfortable fit, especially those drawn to the outdoors and the relaxed pace of Goleta living.

Student Demographics

203 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
119 (59%)
White
61 (30%)
Multiple Races
16 (8%)
Asian
4 (2%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners67 (33%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged106 (52%)
Students with Disabilities20 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

369
Enrollment
20
Teachers (FTE)
18.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
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 Programs4/10 · #3912 · 35th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found