For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 651 students in Capitola, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Capitola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Capitola, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Opal Cliffs
Magnet School
(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
| 3 students
Rank: #22.
New Brighton Middle School
Magnet 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
| 648 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 elementary schools in Capitola, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Capitola, CA include Opal Cliffs and New Brighton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Capitola?
2 public elementary schools are located in Capitola.
What is the racial composition of students in Capitola?
Capitola public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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