For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,150 students in 95003, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA are Valencia Elementary School, Rio Del Mar Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95003 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95003, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95003, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Aptos School Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Gr: K-6 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
819 Pinehurst Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Gr: K-6 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Mar Vista Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6860 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Gr: K-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA include Valencia Elementary School, Rio Del Mar Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95003?
3 public elementary schools are located in 95003.
What is the racial composition of students in 95003?
95003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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