Dos Pueblos High School is a public high school located in Goleta, California, northwest of Santa Barbara. Located adjacent to the foothills on the edge of the Goleta Valley in an area known as El Encanto Heights, it serves a student body of approximately 2,300 in grades 9-12.
Serving 2,149 students in grades 9-12, Dos Pueblos Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dos Pueblos Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dos Pueblos Senior High School's student population of 2,149 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dos Pueblos Senior High 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 Dos Pueblos Senior High School is 0.64, 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
#1810 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dos Pueblos Senior High School's ranking?
Dos Pueblos Senior High School is ranked #1810 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dos Pueblos Senior High School often compared to?
Dos Pueblos Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Marcos Senior High School, Santa Barbara Senior High School, Santa Ynez Valley Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dos Pueblos Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Dos Pueblos Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dos Pueblos Senior High School?
2,149 students attend Dos Pueblos Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Dos Pueblos Senior High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dos Pueblos Senior High School?
Dos Pueblos Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dos Pueblos Senior High School offer ?
Dos Pueblos Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dos Pueblos Senior High School part of?
Dos Pueblos Senior High School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
School Reviews
Review Dos Pueblos Senior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
