For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,387 students in Aptos, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Aptos, CA are Aptos High School and Delta Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aptos, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Aptos have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Aptos, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aptos High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Aptos, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 1,274 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
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 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Aptos, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Aptos, CA include Aptos High School and Delta Charter.
How many public high schools are located in Aptos?
2 public high schools are located in Aptos.
What is the racial composition of students in Aptos?
Aptos public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Aptos are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Aptos include: Delta Charter vs. Aptos High School
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