Below Average
#1636 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy
Elementary School · Santa Ynez, CA
A private elementary school in Santa Ynez, CA serving grades Kindergarten – 8th.
891 N REFUGIO RD, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
- 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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.
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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
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Where Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 16Car-Dependent
- Bike 43Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Average281/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$131,932
Median home value
$1,187,700
Median rent
$2,604/mo
College educated
37.5%
Homeownership
68.8%
Poverty rate
11.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 93460; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | 1–8 | 1.0 mi | 164 | Compare → |
| College ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | K | 1.2 mi | 24 | Compare → |
| Santa Ynez Valley CharterCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.1 | K–8 | 1.2 mi | 170 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy is listed in Santa Ynez, CA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Santa Ynez, CA, serving approximately 144 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,636 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy
What grades does Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy serve?
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy?
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy rank in CA?
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy ranks #1,636 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Ynez Valley Christian Academy a religious school?
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 688-3830
- Area population (ZIP 93460)
- 6,425
- Area average commute
- 25.8 min
- Area median age
- 43
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 93460; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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