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Mar Vista Elementary

Pajaro Valley Unified · Santa Cruz County · 6860 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003-3225

(831) 688-5211

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5/10
#3301
Rank 3301 out of 5,722
Top 58%
English Language Arts5/10 · #3203 · 44th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #3601 · 37th percentile
Science5/10 · #2920 · 48th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Mar Vista Elementary sits in the relaxed coastal community of Aptos, a laid-back beach town tucked between Santa Cruz and Capitola where redwoods meet the Pacific. The school serves a mix of families drawn to the area's outdoor lifestyle, and while scores land around the middle of the pack statewide, the tight-knit Aptos community tends to be deeply involved in local schools. Families who love the idea of raising kids near the beach, with easy access to trails and a genuine small-town feel, will find Mar Vista a comfortable fit within the Pajaro Valley district.

Student Demographics

144 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
67 (47%)
Hispanic
59 (41%)
Multiple Races
9 (6%)
Filipino
4 (3%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners22 (15%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged93 (65%)
Students with Disabilities40 (28%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

270
Enrollment
15
Teachers (FTE)
18.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.9
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 · #3561 · 41st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found