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Best Goleta Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,102 students in Goleta, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 524 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Goleta, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Goleta, CA are Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Santa Barbara Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Goleta, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Goleta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Goleta, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kellogg Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
475 Cambridge Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1277
Gr: K-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Isla Vista Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6875 El Colegio Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 685-4418
Gr: K-6 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Santa Barbara Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6100 Stow Canyon Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-6522
Gr: K-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Dos Pueblos Senior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7266 Alameda Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-2541
Gr: 9-12 | 2,149 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Ellwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7686 Hollister Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3774
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Goleta Valley Junior High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6100 Stow Canyon Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-3486
Gr: 7-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Vista De Las Cruces
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9467 San Julian Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 686-1880
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Brandon Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
195 Brandon Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 571-3770
Gr: K-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
La Patera Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
555 North La Patera Ln.
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 681-1280
Gr: K-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Goleta, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Goleta, CA include Kellogg Elementary School, Isla Vista Elementary School and Santa Barbara Charter.
How many public schools are located in Goleta?
9 public schools are located in Goleta.
What percentage of students in Goleta go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Goleta are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Goleta?
Goleta public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Goleta are often viewed compared to one another?

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