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Best Elementary Schools in Santa Cruz, california

Compare 10 elementary schools in Santa Cruz. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

10
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
8,991
Total Students
Across Santa Cruz
19.8:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
10 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)8 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 498 students at Brook Knoll Elementary.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 18:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
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About Elementary Schools in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, california offers 10 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.

Brook Knoll Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
151 Brook Knoll Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
0
Rating
Students
498
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Live Oak Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1916 Capitola Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
0
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Green Acres Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
966 Bostwick Ln., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
0
Rating
Students
262
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Del Mar Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1959 Merrill St., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
0
Rating
Students
322
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Westlake Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1000 High St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
0
Rating
Students
453
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Bay View Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1231 Bay St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
0
Rating
Students
394
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

De Laveaga Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1145 Morrissey Blvd., Santa Cruz, CA 95065
0
Rating
Students
481
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Gault Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1320 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
0
Rating
Students
314
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch

publicelementaryK-5
840 North Branciforte Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
0
Rating
Students
114
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
8005 Winkle Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95065
0
Rating
Students
214
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many elementary schools are in Santa Cruz, california?

There are several elementary schools in Santa Cruz, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.

What is the best elementary school in Santa Cruz?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Santa Cruz include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Santa Cruz?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Santa Cruz is 19.8:1.