Top Rankings
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 82 students in Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District. This district's average testing ranking is 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
Public School in Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
1 School
10,357 Schools
# Students
82 Students
5,826,973 Students
# Teachers
6 Teachers
268,008 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District, which is ranked #1493 of all 1,908 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 65% has decreased from 75% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#1476 out of 1932 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Graduation Rate
65%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.49
0.63
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
12%
% Hispanic
68%
56%
% Black
n/a
5%
% White
26%
20%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $23,207 is higher than the state median of $19,974. The school district revenue/student has grown by 97% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $22,159 is higher than the state median of $18,395. The school district spending/student has grown by 44% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$2 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$2 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$23,207
$19,974
Spending / Student
$22,159
$18,395
Best Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1933 Cliff Dr., Ste.12
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(805) 623-1111
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(805) 623-1111
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District?
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District manages 1 public schools serving 82 students.
What is the rank of Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District?
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District is ranked #1493 out of 1,908 school districts in California (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of California school districts for: Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District?
68% of Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District?
Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District has a student/teacher ratio of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What is Olive Grove Charter - Santa Barbara School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $22,159 is higher than the state median of $18,395. The school district spending/student has grown by 44% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
