St. Raphael Elementary School in Santa Barbara, CA serves co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban midsize community.
The school enrolls 283 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 31:1 and an average class size of 26.
As a Catholic elementary school,. Raphael is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 50% of the udent body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Raphael ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for having one of the large student bodies.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Raphael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
283 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
26 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Raphael Elementary School's ranking?
St. Raphael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Raphael Elementary School is Laguna Blanca School (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Montessori Center School (1.3 miles away)
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Montessori Center School![Montessori Center School Photo]( "Montessori Center School Photo")
Montessori School
401 N Fairview Ave # 1
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 693-9383
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 693-9383
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 235 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Coastline Christian Academy![Coastline Christian Academy Photo]( "Coastline Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
5950 Cathedral Oaks Rd
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-5834
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-5834
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 142 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1
4125 Paloma Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 687-2461
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 687-2461
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 449 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
4000 La Colina Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-1266
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 967-1266
3.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7421 Mirano Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
4 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 72 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
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