For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 585 students in Capitola, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Capitola, CA is New Brighton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Capitola, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Capitola have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Capitola, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Brighton Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Washburn Ave.
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5660
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Capitola, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
504 Monterey Ave.
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5640
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5640
Gr: K-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Capitola, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Capitola, CA include New Brighton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Capitola?
1 public schools are located in Capitola.
What is the racial composition of students in Capitola?
Capitola public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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