Montecito Baptist School is a ministry of Montecito Baptist Church.
MBS was established in order to create a Christian enviornment for students.
For years, this school has based itself upon the basic principles found in the Bible.
In order to help the children develop a knowledge and personal relationship with God, our teachers have devoted themselves to correct and educate the students according to these principles.
This School strives academically by strengthening our academic standards and improving structure every school year.
We use the ABEKA curriculum as our main source for teaching.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montecito Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Montecito Baptist School is a ministry of Montecito Baptist Church. MBS was established in order to create a Christian enviornment for students. For years, this school has based itself upon the basic principles found in the Bible. In order to help the children develop a knowledge and personal relationship with God, our teachers have devoted themselves to correct and educate the students according to these principles. This School strives academically by strengthening our academic standards and improving structure every school year. We use the ABEKA curriculum as our main source for teaching.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montecito Baptist School?
The application deadline for Montecito Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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