Average
#4430 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
San Marcos Senior High
High School · Santa Barbara Unified
4750 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Enrollment
1,943
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,943
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,430 of 9,539
In Santa Barbara
#19 of 29
public schools
In district
#11 of 19
Santa Barbara Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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San Marcos Senior High
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About San Marcos Senior High
San Marcos Senior High is a public high school in Santa Barbara, CA, part of Santa Barbara Unified. San Marcos Senior High serves approximately 1,943 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Marcos Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Marcos Senior High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
San Marcos Senior High runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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San Marcos Senior High — Students at San Marcos Senior High score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How San Marcos Senior High Compares
See how San Marcos Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4750 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Marcos Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP GARCIA DIEGO HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Hollister Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| El Camino Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Saint Therese Classical Academy Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Vieja Valley Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Foothill Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Santa Barbara County Community Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | — |
| Laguna Blanca School Santa Barbara | 1.7 mi | — |
| LAGUNA BLANCA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP GARCIA DIEGO HIGH SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Bishop Garcia Diego High School Santa Barbara | 1.8 mi | — |
| La Colina Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Hope Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Kellogg Elementary Goleta | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Santa Barbara | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| COASTLINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goleta | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER SCHOOL Goleta | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
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 San Marcos Senior High
What grades does San Marcos Senior High serve?
San Marcos Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend San Marcos Senior High?
San Marcos Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,943 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Marcos Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at San Marcos Senior High is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Marcos Senior High rank in CA?
San Marcos Senior High ranks #4,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Marcos Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
San Marcos Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at San Marcos Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Marcos Senior High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is San Marcos Senior High a charter school?
No, San Marcos Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Marcos Senior High a Title I school?
No, San Marcos Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Marcos Senior High?
57.5% of students at San Marcos Senior 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
- 1,943
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (805) 967-4581
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
Santa Barbara Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,491
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,094
- District Rank
- #11 of 19
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