School Overview
Santa Barbara Junior High School (SBJHS) is a historic public middle school located in the heart of Santa Barbara, California. Serving students in grades 7 through 8, the school is part of the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Its campus is recognized for its traditional architectural style and its central location, which places it within reach of the city’s diverse urban resources. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive educational environment that encourages academic excellence, student responsibility, and personal growth during the formative middle school years.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Santa Barbara Junior High offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and elective programs designed to help students discover their interests and develop leadership skills. The school emphasizes community and inclusion, working to prepare its students for the transition to high school through a blend of rigorous instruction and social-emotional development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding enrollment, specific school programs, or campus events, the school maintains an active presence through the official district portal.
560
Total Students
32.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Santa Barbara Junior High
Demographic Student Count
White106
Hispanic418
Black3
Asian5
Two or More21
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    418 (74.8 %)
  • White
    106 (19.0 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (3.8 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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)963-7751
Website: http://www.sbunified.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 560
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 339
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 69
Grades Taught
Grade 7 251
Grade 8 309

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Santa Barbara Junior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 7251
Grade 8309
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Santa Barbara Junior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27148.4%
Male28851.4%
Not Specified10.2%