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San Lorenzo Valley Elementary

San Lorenzo Valley Unified · Santa Cruz County · 7155 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018-9718

(831) 335-4475

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8/10
#1663
Rank 1663 out of 5,722
Top 29%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1971 · 66th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1710 · 70th percentile
Science9/10 · #1118 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the redwood-filled Santa Cruz Mountains, San Lorenzo Valley Elementary draws families who've chosen a quieter, nature-immersed life in Felton — a small mountain community where the pace slows down and neighbors actually know each other. The school punches above its weight academically, with particularly strong science scores that feel right at home in a community surrounded by towering redwoods and the San Lorenzo River. It's a great fit for families who want solid public education without the suburban hustle, and don't mind trading city convenience for the kind of childhood spent exploring creeks and forests after school.

Student Demographics

252 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
185 (73%)
Hispanic
46 (18%)
Multiple Races
19 (8%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners13 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged79 (31%)
Students with Disabilities43 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

537
Enrollment
24.3
Teachers (FTE)
22.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.3
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 Programs3/10 · #4271 · 29th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found