Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3716 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School is ranked #3716 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School?
204 students attend Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School?
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School part of?
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School is part of Soquel Union Elementary School District.
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