For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 545 students in Buellton, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Buellton, CA are Jonata Middle School and Oak Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buellton, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Buellton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Buellton, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jonata Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Second St.
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-4222
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-4222
Gr: 6-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Oak Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
595 Second St.
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-6992
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-6992
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Buellton, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Buellton, CA include Jonata Middle School and Oak Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Buellton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Buellton.
What is the racial composition of students in Buellton?
Buellton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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