School Overview
La Cumbre Junior High, located on Modoc Road in Santa Barbara, is a key secondary school within the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is situated in a prominent area of the city and is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for the transition to high school. The campus environment emphasizes a well-rounded education, offering a blend of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to support the intellectual, social, and emotional development of its diverse student body.

The school is noted for its focus on creating an inclusive community that promotes academic achievement and personal growth. By utilizing the resources and curriculum standards of the Santa Barbara Unified School District, La Cumbre aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their studies and participate in campus life. For families seeking detailed information regarding enrollment, specific programs, faculty, or district policies, the school’s official portal through the Santa Barbara Unified website serves as the primary resource for updates and institutional communication.
458
Total Students
26.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Cumbre Junior High
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic415
Black1
Asian2
Two or More3
  • Hispanic
    415 (90.6 %)
  • White
    37 (8.1 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Santa Barbara Unified
Phone: (805)687-0761
Website: http://www.sbunified.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 458
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 300
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 60
Grades Taught
Grade 7 210
Grade 8 248

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for La Cumbre Junior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 7210
Grade 8248
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for La Cumbre Junior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22649.3%
Male23250.7%