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Santa Ynez Valley Charter

College Elementary · Santa Barbara County · 1224 Tyndall Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9645

(805) 686-7360 · www.syvcs.org

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6/10
#2770
Rank 2770 out of 5,722
Top 48%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2552 · 55th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3309 · 42nd percentile
Science6/10 · #2290 · 59th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the rolling wine country of Santa Ynez Valley, this K-8 charter school serves a tight-knit rural community where ranches, vineyards, and small-town life set the backdrop for everyday learning. Families drawn to a slower pace, wide open spaces, and a close community will find a school where kids are known by name and the surroundings feel genuinely special. Scores are solidly middle-of-the-road, with science as a relative strength, making it a comfortable fit for families who value community connection as much as academic performance.

Student Demographics

113 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
51 (45%)
Hispanic
23 (20%)
Multiple Races
9 (8%)
American Indian
2 (2%)
Other
28 (25%)

Key Indicators

English Learners9 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged24 (21%)
Students with Disabilities17 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

189
Enrollment
13
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
16.7
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 · #5216 · 14th percentile

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