Providence School

Providence School prepares students for lives of purpose, equipped with the knowledge, wisdom, and character found in God's unchanging truth.
With more than 45 years of service in Santa Barbara, we pride ourselves in the depth and love of our community.
At Providence, every student is loved and known, and every family is part of our family.  Start your Providence journey here..

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,200
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Providence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
379 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Providence School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Lower School Uniforms, Middle & Upper School collared shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K-2 $17,200 3-6 $17,500 Middle School $22,575 Upper School $23,975Current tuition rates available here: providencesb.org
Admissions Director
Emilee Hurlbert, MS/US; Julia Davis, Ps-Grade 6
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Beyond the Classroom, Engineering Academy, TRIAD


Arts and Music Programs:
Providence Performing Arts, The Studio

School Notes

  • School Motto: Pursuing Truth, Beauty, and Excellence
  • School Mascot: Patriots
  • Providence School prepares students for lives of purpose, equipped with the knowledge, wisdom, and character found in God's unchanging truth.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Providence School cost?
Providence School's tuition is approximately $17,200 for private students.
What sports does Providence School offer?
Providence School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Providence School's ranking?
Providence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Providence School?
The application deadline for Providence School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Providence School located?
Providence School is located in the East San Roque neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,200
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Santa Barbara, CA is $24,688 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Barbara, CA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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