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Santa Ynez Elementary

College Elementary · Santa Barbara County · 3325 Pine Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-0188

(805) 686-7310

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7/10
#2104
Rank 2104 out of 5,722
Top 37%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1973 · 66th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2596 · 55th percentile
Science8/10 · #1603 · 71st percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the heart of Santa Ynez Valley wine country, this small K-8 school serves a tight-knit community where ranching families and vineyard workers live alongside weekenders drawn to the area's slower pace. Academics are solid across the board, with science scores standing out — fitting for a region where the land itself is part of everyday life. Families who value a close community feel, outdoor living, and a school where teachers genuinely know your kid by name will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

107 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
65 (61%)
White
36 (34%)
Multiple Races
4 (4%)
American Indian
3 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners32 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged58 (54%)
Students with Disabilities28 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

147
Enrollment
10.5
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.6
Administrators (FTE)
13.9
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 Programs2/10 · #5156 · 15th percentile

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