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#1264 of 1,787 private schools in CA
The Family School
Elementary School
5300 FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN RD, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,264 of 1,787
In Los Olivos
#3 of 3
public schools
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The Family School
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About The Family School
The Family School is a private elementary school in Los Olivos, CA. The Family School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,264 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, The Family 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, The Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Family 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 The Family School compares to the 1 public school in Los Olivos, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Los Olivos
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Family School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Los Olivos Elementary | 7.4 |
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.
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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
5300 FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN RD, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballard Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Solvang), which scores notably higher. Another option is Solvang Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Solvang), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Foxen Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Olivos, see our Los Olivos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez Valley Family School Los Olivos | 0.1 mi | — |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION Los Olivos | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Dunn School Los Olivos | 5.5 mi | — |
| DUNN SCHOOL Los Olivos | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Ballard Elementary Solvang | 6.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Charter Santa Ynez | 8.2 mi | 4.1 |
| College Elementary Santa Ynez | 8.2 mi | — |
| Santa Ynez Elementary Santa Ynez | 8.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Union High Solvang | 8.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Refugio High Solvang | 8.9 mi | — |
| SANTA YNEZ VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Ynez | 9.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Acorn Village Forest School Solvang | 9.7 mi | — |
| Solvang Elementary Solvang | 10.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Buellton Santa Maria | 10.4 mi | — |
| Jonata Middle Buellton | 10.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Oak Valley Elementary Buellton | 10.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Hundred Hills Buellton | 10.7 mi | — |
| Olga L. Reed Elementary Los Alamos | 11.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria | 15.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,685
Median Home Value
$1,343,800
Population
990
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
85.9%
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
55.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Family School
What grades does The Family School serve?
The Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Family School?
The Family School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Family School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Family School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Family School rank in CA?
The Family School ranks #1,264 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Family School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Family School a private school?
Yes, The Family 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 The Family School a religious school?
No, The Family School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 688-5440
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