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Alta Vista
Middle School · Santa Barbara Unified
215 East Ortega St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Alta Vista
Alta Vista is a public middle school in Santa Barbara, CA, part of the Santa Barbara Unified. The school serves approximately 4 students in grades 7th – 9th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $79,868, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 4 students, Alta Vista is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Alta Vista offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 4 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 215 East Ortega St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
- Website
- sbunified.org
- Phone
- (805) 966-0883
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
215 East Ortega St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Vista may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Adelante Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Franklin Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away). For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.1 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 0.3 mi | — |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.1 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| The Riviera Ridge School Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,868
Median Home Value
$1,122,200
Median Rent
$2,109/mo
Population
30,496
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
32.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alta Vista has a median household income of $79,868. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,122,200, with a median rent of $2,109/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Vista
What grades does Alta Vista serve?
Alta Vista serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Alta Vista?
Alta Vista has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Alta Vista a charter school?
No, Alta Vista is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Vista a Title I school?
No, Alta Vista is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,470/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Barbara). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 4
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 966-0883
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Barbara Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,491
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,094
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