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#7053 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santa Barbara Senior High
High School · Santa Barbara Unified
700 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Enrollment
2,046
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,046
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,053 of 9,539
In Santa Barbara
#27 of 29
public schools
In district
#18 of 19
Santa Barbara Unified
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Santa Barbara Senior High
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About Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Senior High is a public high school in Santa Barbara, CA, part of Santa Barbara Unified. Santa Barbara Senior High serves approximately 2,046 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Barbara Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,053 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Barbara Senior High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Santa Barbara Senior High is a large school: 2,046 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Santa Barbara Senior High runs 21.3:1 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.
31% of students at Santa Barbara Senior 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.
Score Breakdown
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Santa Barbara Senior High — Students at Santa Barbara Senior High score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
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: 2.5/10.
How Santa Barbara Senior High Compares
See how Santa Barbara 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
700 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Barbara Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ANACAPA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta Vista Alternative High (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Cuesta Continuation High (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | — |
| Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | — |
| ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Alta Vista Santa Barbara | 0.6 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| The Riviera Ridge School Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.3 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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| Antelope Valley High Lancaster, CA | 5.1 |
| Napa High Napa, CA | 5.1 |
| North High Bakersfield, CA | 5.1 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 5.1 |
| West High Bakersfield, CA | 5.1 |
| Cesar Chavez High Stockton, CA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Barbara Senior High
What grades does Santa Barbara Senior High serve?
Santa Barbara Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Santa Barbara Senior High?
Santa Barbara Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,046 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Barbara Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Barbara Senior High is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Barbara Senior High rank in CA?
Santa Barbara Senior High ranks #7,053 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Barbara Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Barbara Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Santa Barbara Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Barbara Senior High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Santa Barbara Senior High a charter school?
No, Santa Barbara Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Barbara Senior High a Title I school?
No, Santa Barbara Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Barbara Senior High?
60.4% of students at Santa Barbara 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
- 2,046
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 96
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (805) 966-9101
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Barbara Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,491
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,094
- District Rank
- #18 of 19
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