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Battles (Washington) Elementary

605 East Battles Rd., Santa Maria, CA, 93454

About Battles (Washington) Elementary

Battles (Washington) Elementary is a public school in Santa Maria that serves grades K–6 and has about 760 students. The school has a student-to-teacher ratio of about 20:1, which makes for a well-balanced classroom. Battles Elementary focuses on basic academics, such as structured reading programs, math lessons, and support services that help students make steady progress in their education. The campus has a student body that is culturally diverse and reflects the community around it. State assessment data indicate that approximately 15% of students excel in mathematics, while around 22% demonstrate proficiency in reading. These results indicate that we continue to enhance academic performance through supplementary assistance and focused learning initiatives. Public funds finance classroom instruction, educational materials, and student services. Battles Elementary is in a family-friendly neighborhood in Santa Maria. The school focuses on consistency, academic structure, and student growth. The school is still working to improve academic outcomes while keeping the learning environment supportive and focused on the community, making it one of the best schools in California.

Battles (Washington) Elementary Contact Information

Address

605 East Battles Rd., Santa Maria, CA, 93454

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Phone

(805) 361-6880

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Website

smbsd.org

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 15%
Reading 22%
State average proficiency is 15% in Math and 22% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
756
Total Students
$95227
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5229 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Battles (Washington) Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM -4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 0.4%
Asian 1.06%
Hispanic 97.35%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 0.79%
Native Am. 0.13%
White
0.4%
Asian
1.06%
Hispanic
97.35%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
0.79%
Native Am.
0.13%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 756
46.43%
351 Female
53.57%
405 Male

Student Population

756 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

People from the Santa Maria area came together at Battles (George Washington) Elementary School for a lively Día de los Muertos celebration. There was live mariachi music, arts and crafts, community ofrendas (offerings), and snacks. This event brought students, families, and neighbors together to celebrate their culture and connect with each other.

FAQ

Q1. What does Battles (Washington) Elementary do to help students take responsibility?

Ans. Battles (Washington) Elementary gives students roles in the classroom and chances to practice being a leader.

Q2. What kinds of activities for students might Battles (Washington) Elementary have?

Ans. Battles (Washington) Elementary may have clubs and enrichment programs that cater to a wide range of interests.

Q3. How does Battles (Washington) Elementary get families involved?

Ans. Families are welcome to come to school events and help out at Battles (Washington) Elementary.

Q4. Does Battles (Washington) Elementary care about the health of its students?

Ans. Battles (Washington) Elementary promotes health by having kids do physical activities and by starting positive school programs.

Q5: How does Battles (Washington) Elementary let people know about important news?

Ans. Battles (Washington) Elementary keeps in touch with families through newsletters and online platforms.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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