These are some of the top-rated public schools in Santa Cruz based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Districts
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Santa Cruz City High School District
4,608 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 10 schools -
Live Oak Elementary School District
1,968 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades K-12 | 8 schools -
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
1,982 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades K-6 | 5 schools -
Soquel Union Elementary School District
1,894 students | CAPITOLA, CA
Grades K-8 | 5 schools -
Scotts Valley Unified School District
2,418 students | SCOTTS VALLEY, CA
Grades K-12 | 4 schools -
Santa Cruz County Office Of Education School District
1,467 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades 7-12 | 3 schools -
Happy Valley Elementary School District
108 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades K-6 | 1 school -
Santa Cruz County Rop School District
SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades 10-12 | 1 school -
Bonny Doon Union Elementary School District
165 students | SANTA CRUZ, CA
Grades K-6 | 1 school
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Parent / Guardian
February 03, 2023
In Junior High, my parents sent me to Holy Cross School. I went from public to Holy Cross. I was not happy at first, but it was the best experience. I was welcomed and made some life long friends.... More
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Holy Cross
Parent / Guardian
January 18, 2023
My son graduated from Gateway's 8th Grade and is now a senior in public high school. I give enormous credit to the Gateway culture and approach which helped him grow into the young man he is today.... More
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Gateway School
Parent / Guardian
January 11, 2023
My two grandchildren attend Holy Cross, and I cannot say enough positive things about this special place. The teachers, faculty and staff are attentive, professional, warm and caring. There is a... More
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Holy Cross