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Very Good

#2041 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 21% in state

Dos Pueblos Senior High

High School · Santa Barbara Unified

7266 Alameda Ave., Goleta, CA 93117

Enrollment

2,075

Student-Teacher

22.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,041 of 9,539

In Goleta

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 19

Santa Barbara Unified

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Dos Pueblos Senior High

7.7/10

High School in Goleta · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dos Pueblos Senior High

Dos Pueblos Senior High is a public high school in Goleta, CA, part of Santa Barbara Unified. Dos Pueblos Senior High serves approximately 2,075 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dos Pueblos Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,041 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Dos Pueblos Senior High show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Dos Pueblos Senior High is a large school: 2,075 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Dos Pueblos Senior High runs 22.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation11.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,094
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Dos Pueblos Senior High — Students at Dos Pueblos Senior High score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
68.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Dos Pueblos Senior High Compares

See how Dos Pueblos Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in CA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
92 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
11.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·125 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·54 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

7266 Alameda Ave., Goleta, CA 93117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dos Pueblos Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Isla Vista Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Trivium Charter School Voyage (rated 8.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Lompoc), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Goleta, see our Goleta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
South Coast Montessori Goleta 0.4 mi
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, The Goleta 0.4 mi
SOUTH COAST MONTESSORI Goleta 0.4 mi
Brandon Elementary Goleta 0.9 mi 7.5
Ellwood Elementary Goleta 1.1 mi 7.5
Isla Vista Elementary Goleta 1.6 mi 9.3
La Patera Elementary Goleta 1.9 mi 8.3
Santa Barbara Charter Goleta 2.6 mi 7.2
Goleta Valley Junior High Goleta 2.6 mi 7.3
MONTESSORI CENTER SCHOOL Goleta 2.7 mi 7.2
COASTLINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goleta 3.0 mi 6.3
Kellogg Elementary Goleta 3.3 mi 5.8
Mountain View Elementary Santa Barbara 3.8 mi 7.0
Foothill Elementary Santa Barbara 4.5 mi 8.6
Saint Therese Classical Academy Santa Barbara 4.5 mi
El Camino Elementary Santa Barbara 4.7 mi 6.3
Hollister Elementary Santa Barbara 4.8 mi 8.0
San Marcos Senior High Santa Barbara 5.2 mi 6.5
Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc 5.6 mi 8.6
Vieja Valley Elementary Santa Barbara 6.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,711

Median Home Value

$1,021,700

Median Rent

$1,980/mo

Population

52,225

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

38.3%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

23.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dos Pueblos Senior High

What grades does Dos Pueblos Senior High serve?

Dos Pueblos Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Dos Pueblos Senior High?

Dos Pueblos Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,075 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dos Pueblos Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Dos Pueblos Senior High is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dos Pueblos Senior High rank in CA?

Dos Pueblos Senior High ranks #2,041 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Dos Pueblos Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Dos Pueblos Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Dos Pueblos Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dos Pueblos Senior High has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

Is Dos Pueblos Senior High a charter school?

No, Dos Pueblos Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dos Pueblos Senior High a Title I school?

No, Dos Pueblos Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dos Pueblos Senior High?

45.9% of students at Dos Pueblos Senior High 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,075
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Santa Barbara Unified
District Enrollment
12,491
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,094
District Rank
#5 of 19

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