For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 617 students in Capitola, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Capitola, CA are Opal Cliffs and New Brighton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Capitola, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Capitola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Opal Cliffs
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4510 Jade St.
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5630
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5630
Grades: K-8
| 6 students
Rank: #22.
New Brighton Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Washburn Ave.
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5660
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5660
Grades: 6-8
| 611 students
Capitola, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
504 Monterey Ave.
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5640
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-5640
Grades: K-5
| 222 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Capitola, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Capitola, CA include Opal Cliffs and New Brighton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Capitola?
2 public schools are located in Capitola.
What is the racial composition of students in Capitola?
Capitola public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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