For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,226 students in 95003, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 941 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 95003, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95003, CA are Valencia Elementary School, Rio Del Mar Elementary School and Aptos High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95003 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95003, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95003, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Aptos School Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Gr: K-6 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
819 Pinehurst Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Gr: K-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Aptos High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Mariner Way
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Gr: 9-12 | 1,316 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Aptos Junior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Huntington Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-3234
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-3234
Gr: 7-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Mar Vista Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6860 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Gr: K-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Delta Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Soquel Dr. Bldg. 1190
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95003, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95003, CA include Valencia Elementary School, Rio Del Mar Elementary School and Aptos High School.
How many public schools are located in 95003?
6 public schools are located in 95003.
What percentage of students in 95003 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 95003 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95003?
95003 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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