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#5331 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bay View Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Cruz City Elementary
1231 Bay St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,331 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#19 of 25
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Santa Cruz City Elementary
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Bay View Elementary
Bay View Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Santa Cruz City Elementary. Bay View Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,331 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bay View Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bay View Elementary — Students at Bay View Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Bay View Elementary Compares
See how Bay View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1231 Bay St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,040
Median Home Value
$1,189,300
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
46,024
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay View Elementary
What grades does Bay View Elementary serve?
Bay View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bay View Elementary?
Bay View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay View Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay View Elementary rank in CA?
Bay View Elementary ranks #5,331 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bay View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bay View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay View Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bay View Elementary a charter school?
No, Bay View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bay View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay View Elementary?
48.9% of students at Bay View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (831) 429-3991
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,768
- Schools in District
- 5
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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