Below Average
#8142 of 9,539 schools in CA
Boulder Creek Elementary
Elementary School · San Lorenzo Valley Unified
400 Lomond St., Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,142 of 9,539
In district
#5 of 5
San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Boulder Creek Elementary
Boulder Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Boulder Creek, CA, part of San Lorenzo Valley Unified. Boulder Creek Elementary serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Boulder Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,142 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Boulder Creek Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Boulder Creek Elementary runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
42% of students at Boulder Creek 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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Boulder Creek Elementary — Students at Boulder Creek Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30%
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: 3.6/10.
How Boulder Creek Elementary Compares
See how Boulder Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 Lomond St., Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boulder Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Davenport), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vine Hill Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Scotts Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Lorenzo Valley Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Felton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boulder Creek, see our Boulder Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Grove Charter Placerville | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Pacific Sands Academy Ben Lomond | 3.6 mi | — |
| SLVUSD Charter Ben Lomond | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary Santa Cruz | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle Felton | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Felton | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High Felton | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| PACIFIC SANDS ACADEMY Scotts Valley | 7.6 mi | — |
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon | 7.7 mi | 3.3 |
| SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 8.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Santa Cruz Waldorf School Santa Cruz | 8.5 mi | — |
| Scotts Valley Middle Scotts Valley | 7.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lakeside Elementary Los Gatos | 7.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Scotts Valley High Scotts Valley | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Pacific Elementary Davenport | 8.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SILICON VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Scotts Valley | 7.7 mi | — |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley | 7.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Vine Hill Elementary Scotts Valley | 7.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Baymonte Christian School Scotts Valley | 7.9 mi | — |
| Brite Horizons School Scotts Valley | 8.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,483
Median Home Value
$779,300
Median Rent
$1,985/mo
Population
8,433
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.5
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits, CA | 4.4 |
| Burns Valley Clearlake, CA | 4.4 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #4 Los Angeles, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boulder Creek Elementary
What grades does Boulder Creek Elementary serve?
Boulder Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Boulder Creek Elementary?
Boulder Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boulder Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Boulder Creek Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boulder Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Boulder Creek Elementary ranks #8,142 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Boulder Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Boulder Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Boulder Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boulder Creek Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boulder Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Boulder Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boulder Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Boulder Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boulder Creek Elementary?
30.0% of students at Boulder Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (831) 338-6413
Resources & Links
District
San Lorenzo Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,328
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,243
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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