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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Refugio High
Refugio High is a public high school in Solvang, CA, part of the Santa Ynez Valley Union High. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,123, where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Refugio High 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.
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
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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.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
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 6.1/10). 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 | 6.1 |
| SANTA YNEZ VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Ynez | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Ynez Elementary Santa Ynez | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| 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 | 6.3 |
| Solvang Elementary Solvang | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DUNN SCHOOL Los Olivos | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Dunn School Los Olivos | 3.4 mi | — |
| Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Buellton Santa Maria | 4.9 mi | — |
| Jonata Middle Buellton | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Hundred Hills Buellton | 6.0 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Elementary Buellton | 6.1 mi | 4.8 |
| 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 | 8.8 |
| Olga L. Reed Elementary Los Alamos | 13.6 mi | 6.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Refugio High has a median household income of $130,123. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,044,100, with a median rent of $1,895/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Refugio High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,030/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Solvang). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (805) 688-6487
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ynez Valley Union High- District Enrollment
- 862
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,274
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