For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 617 students in 95010, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95010, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 95010 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95010, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 95010, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
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 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
95010, 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 95010, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95010, CA include Opal Cliffs and New Brighton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95010?
2 public schools are located in 95010.
What is the racial composition of students in 95010?
95010 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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