Best 93110 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,697 students in 93110, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 635 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 93110, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93110, CA are Hope Elementary School, Vieja Valley Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93110 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93110, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93110, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hope Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3970-a La Colina Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 563-2974
Gr: K-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Vieja Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
434 Nogal Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-1239
Gr: K-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
730 North Hope Ave.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 687-5333
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
La Colina Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4025 Foothill Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-4506
Gr: 7-8 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4400 Cathedral Oaks Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-5307
Gr: 5-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
San Marcos Senior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4750 Hollister Ave.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-4581
Gr: 9-12 | 1,926 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Santa Barbara County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Cathedral Oaks Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 964-4711
Gr: K-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 93110, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93110, CA include Hope Elementary School, Vieja Valley Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93110?
7 public schools are located in 93110.
What percentage of students in 93110 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 93110 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93110?
93110 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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