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#1138 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Laguna Blanca School
School
4125 PALOMA DR, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,138 of 1,787
In Santa Barbara
#9 of 10
public schools
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Laguna Blanca School
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About Laguna Blanca School
Laguna Blanca School is a private school in Santa Barbara, CA. Laguna Blanca School serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Laguna Blanca School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,138 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Laguna Blanca School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Laguna Blanca School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Laguna Blanca School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Barbara, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laguna Blanca School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Vieja Valley Elementary | 8.4 |
| Hope Elementary | 7.8 |
| Adams Elementary | 8.3 |
| San Marcos Senior High | 6.5 |
| La Cumbre Junior High | 6.4 |
| La Colina Junior High | 8.4 |
| Santa Barbara Community Academy | 6.2 |
| Hollister Elementary | 8.0 |
| Monroe Elementary | 7.0 |
| Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court | 6.7 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education | 4.3 |
| Santa Barbara County Community | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 8.2 |
| Peabody Charter | 8.7 |
| Harding University Partnership | 8.5 |
| El Camino Elementary | 6.3 |
| Washington Elementary | 6.8 |
| Foothill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 5.9 |
| McKinley Elementary | 4.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4125 PALOMA DR, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laguna Blanca School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Trivium Charter School Voyage (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lompoc), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROVIDENCE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Santa Barbara County Special Education (rated 4.3/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Blanca School Santa Barbara | 0.2 mi | — |
| Vieja Valley Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| BISHOP GARCIA DIEGO HIGH SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Bishop Garcia Diego High School Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hope Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| La Colina Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| San Marcos Senior High Santa Barbara | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Santa Barbara County Community Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | — |
| Eureka School of Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 2.0 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| La Cumbre Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Santa Barbara Community Academy Santa Barbara | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Hollister Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Peabody Charter Santa Barbara | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,819
Median Home Value
$1,101,100
Median Rent
$2,358/mo
Population
16,385
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
46.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laguna Blanca School
What grades does Laguna Blanca School serve?
Laguna Blanca School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Laguna Blanca School?
Laguna Blanca School has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laguna Blanca School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laguna Blanca School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Laguna Blanca School rank in CA?
Laguna Blanca School ranks #1,138 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Laguna Blanca School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laguna Blanca School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Laguna Blanca School a private school?
Yes, Laguna Blanca School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Laguna Blanca School a religious school?
No, Laguna Blanca School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (802) 274-2817
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