Serving 92 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bonny Doon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonny Doon Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Santa Cruz, CA, covering approximately 28.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonny Doon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bonny Doon Elementary School's student population of 92 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonny Doon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonny Doon Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1986 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
71%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonny Doon Elementary School's ranking?
Bonny Doon Elementary School is ranked #1986 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonny Doon Elementary School?
92 students attend Bonny Doon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bonny Doon Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonny Doon Elementary School?
Bonny Doon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonny Doon Elementary School offer ?
Bonny Doon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bonny Doon Elementary School part of?
Bonny Doon Elementary School is part of Bonny Doon Union Elementary School District.
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