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De Laveaga Elementary

Santa Cruz City Elementary · Santa Cruz County · 1145 Morrissey Boulevard, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1498

(831) 429-3807 · www.sccs.net

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8/10
#1664
Rank 1664 out of 5,722
Top 29%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1681 · 71st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1836 · 68th percentile
Science8/10 · #1424 · 75th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the eastern hills of Santa Cruz near the sprawling De Laveaga Park, this neighborhood elementary draws families who love the balance of outdoor living and solid academics. Test scores sit comfortably above the state midpoint across English, math, and science, making it a dependable choice in a city where school quality can vary quite a bit by neighborhood. Families who value a tight-knit community feel, easy access to trails and green space, and a school that quietly delivers without a lot of fanfare tend to find De Laveaga a great fit.

Student Demographics

239 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
112 (47%)
Hispanic
102 (43%)
Asian
12 (5%)
Multiple Races
9 (4%)
African American
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners40 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged76 (32%)
Students with Disabilities47 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

481
Enrollment
24.4
Teachers (FTE)
19.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.7
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 Programs8/10 · #1216 · 80th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found