School Overview
San Marcos Senior High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Santa Barbara, California, and serves as one of the key campuses within the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Situated on Hollister Avenue, the school is known for its large, diverse student body and its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment. The campus offers a wide array of educational opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of extracurricular activities ranging from competitive athletics to performing arts, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce.

As a centerpiece of the local community, San Marcos High emphasizes a culture of school spirit and civic engagement, often referred to by the community as the "home of the Royals." The school benefits from its location in Santa Barbara, providing students with access to a vibrant community and a district-wide emphasis on technological integration and student support services. Through its diverse programs and dedication to academic excellence, San Marcos aims to foster a collaborative learning environment that addresses the unique needs and interests of its students while maintaining strong connections with parents and the surrounding Santa Barbara area.
2,020
Total Students
93.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for San Marcos Senior High
Demographic Student Count
White709
Hispanic1,154
Black9
Asian58
Two or More78
American Indian5
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    1,154 (57.2 %)
  • White
    709 (35.2 %)
  • Two or More
    78 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    58 (2.9 %)
  • Black
    9 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Santa Barbara Unified
Phone: (805)967-4581
Website: http://www.sbunified.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,020
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 93.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 890
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 228
Grades Taught
Grade 9 560
Grade 10 457
Grade 11 488
Grade 12 515

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for San Marcos Senior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9560
Grade 10457
Grade 11488
Grade 12515
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for San Marcos Senior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,03751.3%
Male98048.5%
Not Specified30.2%