Isla Vista Elementary vs Santa Barbara Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Isla Vista Elementary
Goleta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
Santa Barbara Charter
Goleta · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
269 students
| Measure | Isla Vista Elementary Goleta, California | Santa Barbara Charter Goleta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1244 of 5,693 | #1109 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16652 of 50,301 | #14813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 418 | 269 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 269 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 57% |
| city | Goleta | Goleta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Santa Barbara Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 62.2).
- •Isla Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •Isla Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •Santa Barbara Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 47.6%).
- •Isla Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.4).
- •Isla Vista Elementary is the larger school with 418 students compared with 269.
- •Isla Vista 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Isla Vista Elementary better than Santa Barbara Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Santa Barbara Charter ranks higher (65.0 vs 62.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Isla Vista Elementary and Santa Barbara Charter?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Goleta and Goleta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Isla Vista Elementary: 418. Santa Barbara Charter: 269. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Isla Vista Elementary and Santa Barbara Charter rank in California?
Isla Vista Elementary is 1244th of 5,693 and Santa Barbara Charter is 1109th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).