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Bay View Elementary

Santa Cruz City Elementary · Santa Cruz County · 1231 Bay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4708

(831) 429-3991 · www.sccs.net

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7/10
#2007
Rank 2007 out of 5,722
Top 35%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2072 · 64th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2120 · 63rd percentile
Science7/10 · #1768 · 68th percentile

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School Overview

Bay View Elementary sits in the heart of Santa Cruz, where the laid-back coastal vibe meets a genuine commitment to hands-on learning — a combination that tends to attract families who value both community connection and solid academics. Scoring right around the 65th percentile statewide, it holds its own in a city full of engaged, education-minded parents who care deeply about their kids' schools. Santa Cruz itself is a vibrant, walkable place with strong neighborhood roots, and Bay View reflects that spirit well — a solid choice for families planting stakes in this stretch of the central coast.

Student Demographics

172 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
93 (54%)
White
70 (41%)
Multiple Races
5 (3%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged86 (50%)
Students with Disabilities49 (28%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

394
Enrollment
24.6
Teachers (FTE)
16:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
19.1
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 Programs9/10 · #623 · 90th percentile

173 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found