For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,638 students in 95066, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,154 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 95066, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95066, CA are Scotts Valley High School, Vine Hill Elementary School and Scotts Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95066 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95066, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95066, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Scotts Valley High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 Glenwood Dr.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 439-9555
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 439-9555
Grades: 9-12
| 655 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Vine Hill Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 Vine Hill School Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-1090
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-1090
Grades: K-5
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Scotts Valley Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 Bean Creek Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-0610
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-0610
Grades: 6-8
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95066, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95066, CA include Scotts Valley High School, Vine Hill Elementary School and Scotts Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95066?
3 public schools are located in 95066.
What percentage of students in 95066 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 95066 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95066?
95066 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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