Aptos High School is a comprehensive secondary school in Aptos, California, USA in the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Aptos High serves the communities of Rio Del Mar, Corralitos, Seacliff, Seascape, La Selva Beach, Buena Vista and Watsonville.
Serving 1,316 students in grades 9-12, Aptos High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aptos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Aptos High School's student population of 1,316 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aptos High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aptos High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2962 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mariner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aptos High School's ranking?
Aptos High School is ranked #2962 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aptos High School often compared to?
Aptos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pajaro Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aptos High School?
The graduation rate of Aptos High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aptos High School?
1,316 students attend Aptos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Aptos High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aptos High School?
Aptos High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aptos High School offer ?
Aptos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aptos High School part of?
Aptos High School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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