For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,259 students in Aptos, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Aptos, CA are Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aptos, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Aptos have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Aptos, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
819 Pinehurst Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Grades: K-6
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 Aptos Sch Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Grades: K-6
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
Mar Vista Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6860 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Grades: K-6
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Aptos, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Aptos, CA include Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Aptos, CA?
3 public elementary schools are located in Aptos, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Aptos, CA?
Aptos, CA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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