Very Good
#423 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 24% of private schools
Santa Barbara Middle School
Elementary School
1321 ALAMEDA PADRE SERRA, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#423 of 1,787
In Santa Barbara
#3 of 10
public schools
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Santa Barbara Middle School
Elementary School in Santa Barbara · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Barbara Middle School
Santa Barbara Middle School is a private elementary school in Santa Barbara, CA. Santa Barbara Middle School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Barbara Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Santa Barbara Middle School 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Santa Barbara Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Santa Barbara Middle 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
BetaHow Santa Barbara Middle School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Barbara, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Middle School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Santa Barbara Senior High | 5.1 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High | 5.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 5.9 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High | 6.3 |
| La Cuesta Continuation High | 5.8 |
| Alta Vista | — |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.2 |
| Adelante Charter | 8.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 7.3 |
| Peabody Charter | 8.7 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.8 |
| McKinley Elementary | 4.8 |
| Harding University Partnership | 8.5 |
| La Cumbre Junior High | 6.4 |
| Santa Barbara Community Academy | 6.2 |
| Adams Elementary | 8.3 |
| Monroe Elementary | 7.0 |
| Washington Elementary | 6.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 8.2 |
| Hope Elementary | 7.8 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1321 ALAMEDA PADRE SERRA, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Barbara Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Charter (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 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 | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara | 0.0 mi | — |
| Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | — |
| ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| The Riviera Ridge School Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Alta Vista Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 1.3 mi | — |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | — |
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
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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| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne, CA | 7.1 |
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| Armstrong Elementary Diamond Bar, CA | 7.1 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach, CA | 7.1 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.1 |
| Frazier Park Elementary Lebec, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Barbara Middle School
What grades does Santa Barbara Middle School serve?
Santa Barbara Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Santa Barbara Middle School?
Santa Barbara Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Barbara Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Barbara Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Barbara Middle School rank in CA?
Santa Barbara Middle School ranks #423 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Santa Barbara Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Barbara Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Santa Barbara Middle School a private school?
Yes, Santa Barbara Middle School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Santa Barbara Middle School a religious school?
No, Santa Barbara Middle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 682-2989
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