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Aliso Elementary

Elementary School · Carpinteria Unified

4545 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,192 of 9,539

In Carpinteria

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Carpinteria Unified

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Aliso Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Carpinteria · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carpinteria Family

8.5/10

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7.6/10

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About Aliso Elementary

Aliso Elementary is a public elementary school in Carpinteria, CA, part of Carpinteria Unified. Aliso Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Aliso Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,192 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Aliso Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,452
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Aliso Elementary — Students at Aliso Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
33.8%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
38.9%
ELA
45.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How Aliso Elementary Compares

See how Aliso Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in CA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4545 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aliso Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cold Spring Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montecito Union (rated 9.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpinteria, see our Carpinteria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Carpinteria Family Carpinteria 0.7 mi 8.5
Canalino Elementary Carpinteria 0.7 mi 7.6
Carpinteria Middle Carpinteria 0.8 mi 8.1
THE HOWARD SCHOOL Carpinteria 0.8 mi 6.1
Carpinteria Senior High Carpinteria 0.9 mi 7.0
Cate School Carpinteria 2.7 mi
CATE SCHOOL Carpinteria 2.8 mi 8.2
Summerland Elementary Summerland 4.3 mi 8.2
CRANE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Barbara 5.5 mi 6.2
Crane Country Day School Santa Barbara 5.5 mi
Montecito Union Santa Barbara 6.4 mi 9.5
Cold Spring Elementary Santa Barbara 8.1 mi 9.8
Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara 8.5 mi 7.3
SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara 8.8 mi
Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara 8.8 mi 9.2
Adelante Charter Santa Barbara 8.8 mi 8.8
Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara 9.4 mi 5.6
PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara 9.7 mi 6.8
Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 9.7 mi
Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara 9.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,633

Median Home Value

$1,074,600

Median Rent

$2,331/mo

Population

16,348

College Educated

46.2%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

45.1

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School Rating
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CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton, CA 5.6
Camino Elementary Camino, CA 5.6
Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA 5.6
Creekside Early Learning Center Alpine, CA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aliso Elementary

What grades does Aliso Elementary serve?

Aliso Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Aliso Elementary?

Aliso Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aliso Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Aliso Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aliso Elementary rank in CA?

Aliso Elementary ranks #6,192 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Aliso Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Aliso Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Aliso Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aliso Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Aliso Elementary a charter school?

No, Aliso Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aliso Elementary a Title I school?

No, Aliso Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aliso Elementary?

79.1% of students at Aliso Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Carpinteria Unified
District Enrollment
1,920
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,452
District Rank
#6 of 6

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