Serving 588 students in grades 7-8, Aptos Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aptos Junior High School's student population of 588 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aptos Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aptos Junior High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3703 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aptos Junior High School's ranking?
Aptos Junior High School is ranked #3703 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aptos Junior High School often compared to?
Aptos Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Hills Middle School, Shoreline Middle School, New Brighton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aptos Junior High School?
588 students attend Aptos Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Aptos Junior High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aptos Junior High School?
Aptos Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aptos Junior High School offer ?
Aptos Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Aptos Junior High School part of?
Aptos Junior High School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/18/2014
Aptos Junior High has a very good art program. Students can choose from clay, drawing and painting, sculpture, and commercial art in 8th grade. In 7th grade the art class gives them the opportunity to work in all those media plus metal, basket weaving, and more.
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