For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 833 students in 95065, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95065, CA are Happy Valley Elementary School, De Laveaga Elementary School and Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95065 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95065, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95065, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3125 Branciforte Dr.
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 429-1456
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 429-1456
Gr: K-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
De Laveaga Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1145 Morrissey Blvd.
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 429-3807
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 429-3807
Gr: K-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8005 Winkle Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 464-5670
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 464-5670
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95065, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95065, CA include Happy Valley Elementary School, De Laveaga Elementary School and Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95065?
3 public schools are located in 95065.
What is the racial composition of students in 95065?
95065 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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