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Refugio High
High School · Santa Ynez Valley Union High
2975 Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Refugio High
High School in Solvang · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Santa Ynez Valley Union High
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About Refugio High
Refugio High is a public high school in Solvang, CA, part of Santa Ynez Valley Union High. Refugio High serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Refugio High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Refugio High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
91% of students at Refugio High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- 2975 Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
- Website
- syvuhsd.org
- Phone
- (805) 688-6487
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2975 Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Refugio High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DUNN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Los Olivos). Another option is MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION (rated 7.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Los Olivos). Additionally, Santa Ynez Valley Union High (rated 5.8/10). For more schools in Solvang, see our Solvang schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez Valley Union High Solvang | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTA YNEZ VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Ynez | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Ynez Elementary Santa Ynez | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| College Elementary Santa Ynez | 1.2 mi | — |
| Santa Ynez Valley Charter Santa Ynez | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Acorn Village Forest School Solvang | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ballard Elementary Solvang | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Solvang Elementary Solvang | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| DUNN SCHOOL Los Olivos | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Dunn School Los Olivos | 3.4 mi | — |
| Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Buellton Santa Maria | 4.9 mi | — |
| Jonata Middle Buellton | 5.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Hundred Hills Buellton | 6.0 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Elementary Buellton | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION Los Olivos | 8.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Family School Los Olivos | 8.8 mi | — |
| THE FAMILY SCHOOL Los Olivos | 8.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Vista de Las Cruces Gaviota | 10.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Olga L. Reed Elementary Los Alamos | 13.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93463 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,123
Median Home Value
$1,044,100
Median Rent
$1,895/mo
Population
8,099
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
53.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Refugio High
What grades does Refugio High serve?
Refugio High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Refugio High?
Refugio High has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Refugio High?
The student-teacher ratio at Refugio High is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Refugio High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Refugio High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Refugio High a charter school?
No, Refugio High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Refugio High a Title I school?
No, Refugio High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Refugio High?
63.6% of students at Refugio 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.9%
- Phone
- (805) 688-6487
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ynez Valley Union High- District Enrollment
- 862
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,274
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