Orca School
2516 Mesa School Lane, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109-0931 - View a map of this school Map
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Our aim is to raise and educate our children so that they grow up to be secure, happy and responsible is the most important task for us. Orchaschool's curriculum is inspired by the teachings of Rudolph Steiner, founder of the Waldorf Schools. The teachers carefully weave together academics and the arts. Community service projects and social responsibility are an essential ingredient in our learning process. Outdoor education and recreation are integrated into the curriculum to provide a living landscape for learning. We aim to create a joyful educational community that strives for kindness, cultural renewal and is grounded with integrity. Our intention is to nurture our families and ourselves, strengthen our school and influence our community through peaceful, powerful relationships. ...read more  

School Overview:
Orca School
School Level Elementary school
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
Religious Affiliation n/a
Grades Offered Grades 3 - 6
County Santa Barbara County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 20 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 5% 42%
Students by Grade
Grade 3 - 1 students
Grade 4 - 8 students
Grade 5 - 13 students
Grade 6 - 2 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 3 teachers
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:7 1:18
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 164 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Our aim is to raise and educate our children so that they grow up to be secure, happy and responsible is the most important task for us. Orchaschool's curriculum is inspired by the teachings of Rudolph Steiner, founder of the Waldorf Schools. The teachers carefully weave together academics and the arts. Community service projects and social responsibility are an essential ingredient in our learning process. Outdoor education and recreation are integrated into the curriculum to provide a living landscape for learning. We aim to create a joyful educational community that strives for kindness, cultural renewal and is grounded with integrity. Our intention is to nurture our families and ourselves, strengthen our school and influence our community through peaceful, powerful relationships.
  • Profile last updated: 02/03/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 93109 )
School Zip ( 93109 ) ( CA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 10,966 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 60% 32%
Population Average Age 40 years old 33 years old
Average Household Size 2.4 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $56,898 $51,317
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 45 years old 41 years old
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Zipcode (93109)



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% Owning / % Renting 61% / 39% 55% / 45%
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