Brandon Elementary vs Santa Barbara Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandon Elementary
Goleta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
429 students
Santa Barbara Charter
Goleta · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
269 students
| Measure | Brandon Elementary Goleta, California | Santa Barbara Charter Goleta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1133 of 5,693 | #1109 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15151 of 50,301 | #14813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 429 | 269 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 269 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.2% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| city | Goleta | Goleta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.4 vs 65.0).
- •Brandon Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Brandon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Santa Barbara Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 42.2%).
- •Brandon Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 22.4).
- •Brandon Elementary is the larger school with 429 students compared with 269.
- •Brandon Elementary is a public school while Santa Barbara Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brandon Elementary better than Santa Barbara Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brandon Elementary and Santa Barbara Charter?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Goleta and Goleta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandon Elementary: 429. Santa Barbara Charter: 269. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandon Elementary and Santa Barbara Charter rank in California?
Brandon Elementary is 1133rd of 5,693 and Santa Barbara Charter is 1109th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).