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Middle SchoolsGrades 7-8

Aptos Junior High

Pajaro Valley Unified · Santa Cruz County · 1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003-4104

(831) 688-3234

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7/10
#499
Rank 499 out of 1,315
Top 38%
English Language Arts6/10 · #593 · 55th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #442 · 66th percentile
Science7/10 · #494 · 63rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the coastal community of Aptos — a laid-back stretch of Santa Cruz County known for its redwood-lined neighborhoods and easy beach access — Aptos Junior High offers a solid middle school experience that sits comfortably above the middle of the pack statewide. Math and science are where the school tends to shine, making it a good fit for families with kids who lean toward analytical subjects. It's the kind of community where neighbors know each other, outdoor life is part of the culture, and parents tend to be engaged in their kids' education.

Student Demographics

529 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
256 (48%)
White
237 (45%)
Multiple Races
23 (4%)
Asian
8 (2%)
Other
6 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners90 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged264 (50%)
Students with Disabilities94 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

587
Enrollment
26.7
Teachers (FTE)
22:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
25.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #993 · 28th percentile

42 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found