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Linscott Charter

Pajaro Valley Unified · Santa Cruz County · 220 Elm Street, Watsonville, CA 95076-5025

(831) 728-6301 · linscott.pvusd.net/

6/10
#2494
Rank 2494 out of 5,722
Top 44%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1735 · 70th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2817 · 51st percentile
Science4/10 · #3473 · 38th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Linscott Charter is a K-8 option that stands out in Watsonville's Pajaro Valley Unified district, drawing families who want a more intentional school experience in a community that's deeply rooted in agriculture and Latino culture. English skills are a clear strength here, which matters a lot in a bilingual community where academic literacy can open real doors for kids. Watsonville itself has a tight-knit, working-class feel — surrounded by strawberry fields and close to the Monterey Bay — and families who are looking for a charter alternative with solid fundamentals in a place that feels genuinely community-connected will find Linscott worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

169 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
139 (82%)
White
22 (13%)
Multiple Races
4 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (26%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged113 (67%)
Students with Disabilities25 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

258
Enrollment
9
Teachers (FTE)
28.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
25.3
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 Programs5/10 · #3419 · 44th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found