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#591 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Providence School

School

630 E CANON PERDIDO ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#591 of 1,787

In Santa Barbara

#5 of 10

public schools

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About Providence School

Providence School is a private school in Santa Barbara, CA. Providence School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts above CA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Providence School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Providence 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

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How Providence School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Barbara, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.1:1

This School

16.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

245

This School

432

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 16.3% vs 0%

Black 2.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Providence School Santa Barbara Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Providence School (this school)	—	245	7.1:1	6.8
Santa Barbara Senior High	0.2 mi	2,046	21.3:1	5.1
Santa Barbara Junior High	0.3 mi	502	15.2:1	5.6
Alta Vista Alternative High	0.4 mi	134	14.9:1	6.3
La Cuesta Continuation High	0.4 mi	103	12.9:1	5.8
Alta Vista	0.4 mi	4	4:1	—
Adelante Charter	0.8 mi	306	19.1:1	8.8
Franklin Elementary	0.9 mi	436	19.8:1	9.2
Roosevelt Elementary	1.2 mi	477	21.7:1	5.9
Cleveland Elementary	1.2 mi	253	15.8:1	7.3
McKinley Elementary	1.4 mi	264	17.6:1	4.8
Harding University Partnership	1.8 mi	378	18:1	8.5
Santa Barbara Community Academy	2.0 mi	202	16.8:1	6.2
La Cumbre Junior High	2.0 mi	450	16.1:1	6.4
Cold Spring Elementary	2.1 mi	178	12.7:1	9.8
Peabody Charter	2.3 mi	776	23.5:1	8.7
Adams Elementary	2.4 mi	491	17.5:1	8.3
Washington Elementary	2.5 mi	486	18:1	6.8
Monroe Elementary	2.6 mi	321	15.3:1	7.0
Monte Vista Elementary	3.4 mi	283	20.2:1	8.2
Montecito Union	3.5 mi	344	12.7:1	9.5

Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Santa Barbara

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A 8.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6.6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,141.8

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 245

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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)

White 69.8%

Hispanic 16.3%

Two or More 9.8%

Black 2.4%

Asian 1.2%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

630 E CANON PERDIDO ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Charter (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara	0.2 mi	2,046	5.1
Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara	0.3 mi	502	5.6
Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara	0.4 mi	15	—
ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara	0.4 mi	48	7.0
La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara	0.4 mi	103	5.8
Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara	0.4 mi	134	6.3
Alta Vista Santa Barbara	0.4 mi	4	—
SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Barbara	0.6 mi	182	7.1
Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara	0.6 mi	193	—
Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara	0.7 mi	19	—
THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara	0.8 mi	40	6.6
Adelante Charter Santa Barbara	0.8 mi	306	8.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara	0.8 mi	113	4.6
ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara	0.8 mi	27	—
Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara	0.9 mi	436	9.2
SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara	0.9 mi	5	—
Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara	1.2 mi	477	5.9
McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara	1.4 mi	264	4.8
Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara	1.2 mi	253	7.3
THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL Santa Barbara	1.4 mi	200	7.5

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence School

What grades does Providence School serve?

Providence School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Providence School?

Providence School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence School?

The student-teacher ratio at Providence School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence School rank in CA?

Providence School ranks #591 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Providence School's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence School a private school?

Yes, Providence School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Providence School a religious school?

Providence School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 89 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 46 Some Transit
Bike Score: 98 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 245
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 35
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.6 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Small City
County: Santa Barbara County
Phone: (805) 962-4400

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