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College Elementary
Elementary School · College Elementary
3525 Pine St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About College Elementary
College Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ynez, CA, part of the College Elementary. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $131,932, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, College Elementary 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 3525 Pine St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
- Website
- collegeschooldistrict.org
- Phone
- (805) 686-7300
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
3525 Pine St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering College Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista de Las Cruces (rated 8.8/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Gaviota). Another option is Santa Ynez Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Ballard Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Solvang). For more schools in Santa Ynez, see our Santa Ynez schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez Valley Charter Santa Ynez | 0.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Santa Ynez Elementary Santa Ynez | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA YNEZ VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Ynez | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Union High Solvang | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Refugio High Solvang | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ballard Elementary Solvang | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Dunn School Los Olivos | 3.0 mi | — |
| DUNN SCHOOL Los Olivos | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Acorn Village Forest School Solvang | 2.8 mi | — |
| Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Solvang Elementary Solvang | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Buellton Santa Maria | 5.9 mi | — |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION Los Olivos | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Jonata Middle Buellton | 6.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Family School Los Olivos | 8.1 mi | — |
| THE FAMILY SCHOOL Los Olivos | 8.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Hundred Hills Buellton | 6.9 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Elementary Buellton | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Vista de Las Cruces Gaviota | 11.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Olga L. Reed Elementary Los Alamos | 14.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,932
Median Home Value
$1,187,700
Median Rent
$2,604/mo
Population
6,425
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
43
Community Profile
The community surrounding College Elementary has a median household income of $131,932. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,187,700, with a median rent of $2,604/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about College Elementary
What grades does College Elementary serve?
College Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend College Elementary?
College Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at College Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at College Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is College Elementary a charter school?
No, College Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is College Elementary a Title I school?
No, College Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for College Elementary?
25.0% of students at College 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
- County Safety
- Average (281/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 686-7300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
College Elementary- District Enrollment
- 188
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,946
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