About Us

Taylor Elementary School's staff is committed to implementing an intensive, balanced, standards-based curriculum to ensure each student reaches his or her maximum potential. This annual report card to the community will share valuable information about our instructional programs, academic achievements, school facilities, as well as the school's finances compared to other schools and districts in the state. A special emphasis is placed on providing an instructional program designed to boost student confidence and increase subject matter proficiency. Staff and parents work together to create a learning environment that has high expectations, promotes students' academic and social development, teaches responsibility and pride, and models learning as a lifelong adventure. We are excited about our school and its program and welcome all to support our efforts.

Mission Statement
We are a united group of dedicated professionals who advocate for all students. We are here to inspire and support our students to achieve their full potential in order to become successful and contributing citizens of a global society. We are committed to building a school community of growth-minded students by meeting their needs through continuous reflection and adjustment. We value and foster personal connections, collaboration, critical thinking, and perseverance. We are the Timberwolves!

School Profile
Taylor Elementary School is located in Santa Maria and serves students in grades transitional kindergarten through six following a traditional calendar. At the beginning of the 2022-23 school year, 833 students were
enrolled, including 14.3% in special education, 43.2% qualifying for English Language Learner support, and 85.7% qualifying for free or reduced price lunch.

History

Taylor School opened its doors in 2002 . Taylor School's official name is Ida Redmond Taylor School and is named after Ida Redmond. Ida Redmond was born in 1893 in Wisconsin.  She made her way to Orcutt after graduating from San Francisco State Normal School in 1915.  She began her teaching career at the Union Oil Newlove School.  In 1920, she married Carl Taylor, an employee at Union Oil.  She continued to teach until her retirement in 1960. Ida Redmond Taylor died in 1990.

Taylor School opened with just over 500 students in its first year.  Today, the current enrollment has grown to over 950 students.