Below Average
#8064 of 9,539 schools in CA
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Maria-Bonita
1921 North Carlotti Dr., Santa Maria, CA 93454
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,064 of 9,539
In Santa Maria
#30 of 30
public schools
In district
#21 of 21
Santa Maria-Bonita
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Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Santa Maria-Bonita. Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary serves approximately 876 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary runs 21.9:1 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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Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary — Students at Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.9/10.
How Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary Compares
See how Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary 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
1921 North Carlotti Dr., Santa Maria, CA 93454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Alvin Elementary Santa Maria | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| El Camino Junior High Santa Maria | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Pioneer Valley High Santa Maria | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Kunst (Tommie) Junior High Santa Maria | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | — |
| Miller (Isaac) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Santa Maria High Santa Maria | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Sanchez (David J.) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,178
Median Home Value
$477,600
Median Rent
$1,750/mo
Population
41,710
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary
What grades does Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary serve?
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary?
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 876 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary rank in CA?
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary ranks #8,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary a charter school?
No, Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary?
83.7% of students at Taylor (ida Redmond) Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 876
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (805) 361-6250
Resources & Links
District
Santa Maria-Bonita- District Enrollment
- 17,165
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,207
- District Rank
- #21 of 21
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