Santa Ynez Valley Union High School is a public high school in Santa Ynez, California, that serves students in grades 9–12 in the Santa Ynez Valley. As of the 2017–18 school year, 908 students were enrolled at the school.
Serving 11 students in grades 9-12, Refugio High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Refugio High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Refugio High School's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1896
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
The diversity score of Refugio High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
33%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Refugio High School?
The graduation rate of Refugio High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Refugio High School?
11 students attend Refugio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Refugio High School students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Refugio High School?
Refugio High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Refugio High School offer ?
Refugio High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Refugio High School part of?
Refugio High School is part of Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District.
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