WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Santa Barbara Unified school district, located in Santa Barbara, CA with about 581 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 23 teachers, Washington Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Washington Elementary School, located at 290 Lighthouse Road in Santa Barbara, California, is a key institution within the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Serving students in the Mesa neighborhood, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive community. The campus environment is designed to encourage both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, emphasizing a curriculum that prepares students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

As part of the Santa Barbara Unified School District, Washington Elementary benefits from the district’s broader resources and educational initiatives, which prioritize student engagement, diversity, and the integration of technology in the classroom. The school maintains a strong partnership with local families, often serving as a central hub for neighborhood activities and parent involvement. For those seeking detailed information regarding enrollment, specific academic programs, or district-wide updates, the school maintains an active presence through the official district website at [www.sbunified.org](http://www.sbunified.org).

For more information, contact Washington Elementary at (805) 965-6653 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

290 Lighthouse Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109-1905
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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Santa Barbara, CA with about 581 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
581
Teachers:
23
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 581 students

White
54.4%
Hispanic/Latino
40.8%
Asian
3.3%
Two or more races
1.2%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
43.5%
Male
56.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.