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Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara

School · Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara District

5075 S. Bradley Rd. Ste. 119, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Charter

Enrollment

82

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Santa Maria

#3 of 30

public schools

California schools

#86 of 475

School environment

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is a charter school located in the small city of Santa Maria, California. The school serves students from kindergarten through twelfth grade with an enrollment of 82 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. There are five full-time equivalent teachers at the school.

The academic performance data shows that while Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is focusing on student development, there is room for improvement in both ELA/Reading and Math proficiency rates. Specifically, 51% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, whereas only 10% are proficient or above in Math. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.2 out of 10, placing it at the 47th percentile among California schools based on its state ranking of #5048 out of 9566 total schools.

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara provides a unique educational environment within the context of its small city setting, offering opportunities for close-knit community and personalized learning experiences despite the challenges in academic performance metrics.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 82 students, Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara 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.

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1%
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.5%
Math vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency29%
Expected (poverty-adj.)40%
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness6.5Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,688

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara — Students at Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 10.4%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 51.4%
School
State
51.5%

Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
4.5%
ELA
56.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara Compares

See how Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
4.8/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers

Location

5075 S. Bradley Rd. Ste. 119, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara may also want to explore other schools in the area. Monroe Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harding University Partnership (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peabody Charter (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary Santa Barbara 0.3 mi 5.7
Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara 0.5 mi 8.9
Harding University Partnership Santa Barbara 1.0 mi 8.2
Santa Barbara Community Academy Santa Barbara 1.6 mi 5.9
McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara 1.3 mi 7.0
La Cumbre Junior High Santa Barbara 1.6 mi 5.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara 2.0 mi 4.6
ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara 2.0 mi
THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara 2.1 mi 6.6
Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 2.0 mi
Adams Elementary Santa Barbara 2.2 mi 7.4
ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara 2.1 mi 7.0
Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara 2.1 mi
La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara 2.1 mi 6.4
Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara 2.1 mi 5.7
Alta Vista Santa Barbara 2.1 mi
Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara 2.6 mi 8.0
PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara 2.5 mi 6.8
Peabody Charter Santa Barbara 2.8 mi 8.2
Eureka School of Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,501

Median Home Value

$572,700

Median Rent

$2,267/mo

Population

44,350

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

39.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara has a median household income of $108,501. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $572,700, with a median rent of $2,267/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara

What grades does Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara serve?

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara?

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara?

The student-teacher ratio at Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara rank in CA?

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is ranked #3673 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara's MySchoolScout rating?

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara has 10.4% math proficiency and 51.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara a charter school?

Yes, Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara a Title I school?

No, Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara?

62.2% of students at Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara 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

City Safety
High (2,611/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Maria). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Barbara County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara District
District Enrollment
82
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,188
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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