Santa Barbara Junior High
560 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 106 |
| Hispanic | 418 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic418 (74.8 %)
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White106 (19.0 %)
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Two or More21 (3.8 %)
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Asian5 (0.9 %)
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American Indian5 (0.9 %)
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Black3 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 251 |
| Grade 8 | 309 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 271 | 48.4% |
| Male | 288 | 51.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.2% |
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