Very Good
#2854 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Barbara Unified
123 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,854 of 9,539
In Santa Barbara
#14 of 29
public schools
In district
#6 of 19
Santa Barbara Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Barbara, CA, part of Santa Barbara Unified. Cleveland Elementary serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,854 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Cleveland Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cleveland Elementary — Students at Cleveland Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cold Spring Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adelante Charter (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.4 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Cold Spring Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.1 mi | 9.8 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | — |
| SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Alta Vista Santa Barbara | 1.5 mi | — |
| Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.5 mi | — |
| ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| The Riviera Ridge School Santa Barbara | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,118
Median Home Value
$1,555,600
Median Rent
$2,407/mo
Population
19,803
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
39.8
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| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland Elementary
What grades does Cleveland Elementary serve?
Cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary?
Cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland Elementary rank in CA?
Cleveland Elementary ranks #2,854 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Cleveland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary?
75.9% of students at Cleveland 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (805) 963-8873
Resources & Links
District
Santa Barbara Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,491
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,094
- District Rank
- #6 of 19
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