Alvin Elementary

School Overview
Alvin Elementary School, located at 301 E. Alvin Ave. in Santa Maria, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Santa Maria-Bonita School District. The school provides a structured learning environment for students in the primary grade levels, focusing on building essential academic skills in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. As part of a large and diverse school district, Alvin Elementary is committed to fostering a supportive community that emphasizes student growth, social-emotional development, and preparation for middle school transitions.

The school’s location in the heart of Santa Maria places it at the center of a vibrant, working-class community, often reflecting the diverse demographic landscape of the Central Coast. Alvin Elementary typically utilizes district-wide curricula designed to meet California state standards while offering various programs to support English language learners and students requiring academic intervention. By prioritizing parent engagement and a collaborative school culture, the staff at Alvin Elementary strives to create an inclusive space that empowers students to succeed academically and contribute positively to their local community.
998
Total Students
41.1
Full-Time Teachers
24.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alvin Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White12
Hispanic973
Black1
Asian3
Two or More4
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    973 (97.5%)
  • White
    12 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5%)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.4%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.3%)
  • Black
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Santa Maria-Bonita
Phone: (805)361-6760
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 998
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 924
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 215
Grade 1 124
Grade 2 108
Grade 3 135
Grade 4 144
Grade 5 133
Grade 6 139

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Alvin Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten215
Grade 1124
Grade 2108
Grade 3135
Grade 4144
Grade 5133
Grade 6139
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Alvin Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49950%
Male49950%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)