For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,623 students in 95066, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 422 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 95066, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95066, CA are Vine Hill Elementary School, Scotts Valley Middle School and Scotts Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95066 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95066, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95066, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vine Hill Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 Vine Hill School Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-1090
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-1090
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Scotts Valley Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 Bean Creek Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-0610
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-0610
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Scotts Valley High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 Glenwood Dr.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 439-9555
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 439-9555
Gr: 9-12 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95066, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95066, CA include Vine Hill Elementary School, Scotts Valley Middle School and Scotts Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 95066?
3 public schools are located in 95066.
What percentage of students in 95066 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 95066 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95066?
95066 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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