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Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School

High School

425 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Private

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2024-25

About Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School

Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is a private high school in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. The school serves approximately 130 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,040, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 130 students, Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
19.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
130
This School
vs
353
Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School (this school)
Santa Cruz County Special Education 7.4
Santa Cruz County Community 6.2
Santa Cruz County Court
Mission Hill Middle 5.4
Santa Cruz High 7.7
Costanoa Continuation High 5.3
Alternative Family Education 3.9
Ark Independent Studies 3.2
Branciforte Middle 6.0
Pacific Collegiate Charter 9.0
Harbor High 6.6
Ocean Alternative Education Center 8.8
Tierra Pacifica Charter 3.9
Shoreline Middle 6.7
Happy Valley Elementary 7.7
Bonny Doon Elementary 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
130 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Address
425 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone
(831) 423-0658
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

425 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pacific Collegiate Charter (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away). Another option is Santa Cruz High (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Santa Cruz County Community (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz 0.1 mi 7.4
Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz 0.1 mi 6.2
Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz 0.8 mi 6.5
Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz 0.9 mi 5.4
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz 0.9 mi 7.0
Holy Cross Santa Cruz 0.9 mi
Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz 1.2 mi 7.7
Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz 1.5 mi 7.3
SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz 1.6 mi 5.7
Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz 1.5 mi 3.9
Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz 1.5 mi 5.3
Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz 1.5 mi 3.2
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz 1.6 mi 7.3
Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz 2.1 mi 7.1
Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz 1.7 mi 6.0
Gault Elementary Santa Cruz 1.9 mi 7.6
Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz 2.2 mi 9.0
Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz 2.0 mi
GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz 2.4 mi 7.0

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School has a median household income of $106,040. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,189,300, with a median rent of $2,356/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School

What grades does Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School serve?

Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School?

Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,203/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Cruz). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Santa Cruz
Data Year
2025–2026

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