Laguna Blanca School

4125 Paloma Dr, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110-0931
Tel: (805)687-2461
Grades: K - 12 | 411 students
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Laguna Blanca School develops the intellectual, social, physical, artistic, and ethical lives of our students by providing a comprehensive and personalized Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade educational experience that prepares them for college and lifelong success. Laguna Blanca School is an independent, co-educational, college-preparatory day school for students in grades K-12. Its innovative program enriches the lives of students through a balance of outstanding academics, the arts, athletics, and a community that celebrates the dignity and worth of each individual. On beautiful campuses within a safe, nurturing environment, dedicated faculty and staff inspire success. Small classes offer individual attention and close interpersonal exchanges.

School Overview:
Laguna Blanca School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1933
Student Body
Total Students 411 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 19% (CA School Avg.: 40%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 67%
Number of AP Courses 19 courses
Average SAT score 1920
Average ACT score 26
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes K $17500 Gr 1-6 $19200 Gr 7-8 $20950 Gr. 9-12: $21,900
% on Financial Aid 21%
Average Financial Aid Grant $12,000
Admissions Director Joyce E Balak
Sports
Total Sports Offered 15 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cross Country Flag Football
Football Golf
Lacrosse Sailing
Soccer Softball
Squash Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball

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Nearby Schools:

Laguna Blanca School
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Santa Barbara Christian School
Gr. K-8 | 1.1 mi. away
Santa Barbara Adventist School
Gr. 5-9 | 1.3 mi. away
Bishop Garcia Diego High School
Gr. 9-12 | 1.5 mi. away
Garden Street Academy
Gr. K-12 | 2.8 mi. away
Notre Dame School
Gr. K-9 | 3.1 mi. away

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