Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Isla Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isla Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Isla Vista Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Seahawks!
School Rankings
Isla Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isla Vista Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1431 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isla Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Isla Vista Elementary School is ranked #1431 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Isla Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Isla Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isla Vista Elementary School?
418 students attend Isla Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Isla Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isla Vista Elementary School?
Isla Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Isla Vista Elementary School offer ?
Isla Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Isla Vista Elementary School part of?
Isla Vista Elementary School is part of Goleta Union Elementary School District.
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