For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,306 students in Aptos, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 941 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Aptos, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Aptos, CA are Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Aptos High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aptos, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Aptos have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Aptos, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
819 Pinehurst Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Grades: K-6
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
Valencia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 Aptos Sch Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Grades: K-6
| 488 students
Rank: #33.
Aptos High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Mariner Way
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Grades: 9-12
| 1,360 students
Rank: #44.
Aptos Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Hntngtn Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-3234
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-3234
Grades: 7-8
| 594 students
Rank: #55.
Mar Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6860 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Grades: K-6
| 344 students
Rank: #66.
Delta Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Soquel Dr. Bldg. 1190
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Grades: 9-12
| 116 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aptos, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Aptos, CA include Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Aptos High School.
How many public schools are located in Aptos?
6 public schools are located in Aptos.
What percentage of students in Aptos go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Aptos are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Aptos?
Aptos public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Aptos are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aptos include: Delta Charter vs. Aptos High School, Mar Vista Elementary School vs. Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Rio Del Mar Elementary School vs. Mar Vista Elementary School
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