Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Solvang Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solvang Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Solvang Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Solvang Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solvang Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solvang Elementary School's ranking?
Solvang Elementary School is ranked #2004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Solvang Elementary School often compared to?
Solvang Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Olivos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solvang Elementary School?
602 students attend Solvang Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Solvang Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solvang Elementary School?
Solvang Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Solvang Elementary School offer ?
Solvang Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Solvang Elementary School part of?
Solvang Elementary School is part of Solvang Elementary School District.
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