For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in 93108, CA (there are , serving 448 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 93108, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93108, CA are Cold Spring Elementary School and Montecito Union. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93108 have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93108, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cold Spring Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2243 Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-2678
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-2678
Gr: K-6 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Montecito Union
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
385 San Ysidro Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-3249
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-3249
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93108, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93108, CA include Cold Spring Elementary School and Montecito Union.
How many public schools are located in 93108?
2 public schools are located in 93108.
What percentage of students in 93108 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 93108 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93108?
93108 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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