School Overview
Santa Barbara Junior High School (SBJHS) is a historic public middle school located in the heart of Santa Barbara, California. Serving students in grades 7 through 8, the school is part of the Santa Barbara Unified School District. Its campus is recognized for its traditional architectural style and its central location, which places it within reach of the city’s diverse urban resources. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive educational environment that encourages academic excellence, student responsibility, and personal growth during the formative middle school years.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Santa Barbara Junior High offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and elective programs designed to help students discover their interests and develop leadership skills. The school emphasizes community and inclusion, working to prepare its students for the transition to high school through a blend of rigorous instruction and social-emotional development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding enrollment, specific school programs, or campus events, the school maintains an active presence through the official district portal.
512
Total Students
31.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Santa Barbara Junior High
Demographic Student Count
White65
Hispanic425
Black3
Asian3
Two or More15
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    425 (83.0%)
  • White
    65 (12.7%)
  • Two or More
    15 (2.9%)
  • Black
    3 (0.6%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Santa Barbara Unified
Phone: (805)963-7751
Website: http://www.sbunified.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 512
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 339
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 69
Grades Taught
Grade 7 255
Grade 8 257

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Santa Barbara Junior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 7255
Grade 8257
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Santa Barbara Junior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23846.5%
Male27453.5%