Average
#4655 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Bonny Doon Elementary
Elementary School · Bonny Doon Union Elementary
1492 Pine Flat Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,655 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#17 of 25
public schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Bonny Doon Elementary
Bonny Doon Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Bonny Doon Union Elementary. Bonny Doon Elementary serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonny Doon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,655 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bonny Doon Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Bonny Doon Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Bonny Doon Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Bonny Doon Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bonny Doon Elementary — Students at Bonny Doon Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Bonny Doon Elementary Compares
See how Bonny Doon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1492 Pine Flat Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bonny Doon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Davenport), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brook Knoll Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Lorenzo Valley Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Felton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Sands Academy Ben Lomond | 3.5 mi | — |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle Felton | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Pacific Elementary Davenport | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Felton | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High Felton | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SLVUSD Charter Ben Lomond | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 5.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Santa Cruz Waldorf School Santa Cruz | 5.6 mi | — |
| Ocean Grove Charter Placerville | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PACIFIC SANDS ACADEMY Scotts Valley | 6.7 mi | — |
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon | 6.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Scotts Valley Middle Scotts Valley | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 7.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 7.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 7.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 7.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 8.5 mi | 9.4 |
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 Bonny Doon Elementary
What grades does Bonny Doon Elementary serve?
Bonny Doon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bonny Doon Elementary?
Bonny Doon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonny Doon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bonny Doon Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bonny Doon Elementary rank in CA?
Bonny Doon Elementary ranks #4,655 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bonny Doon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bonny Doon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Bonny Doon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonny Doon Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bonny Doon Elementary a charter school?
No, Bonny Doon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bonny Doon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bonny Doon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bonny Doon Elementary?
25.8% of students at Bonny Doon 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (831) 427-2300
Resources & Links
District
Bonny Doon Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 97
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,104
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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