Excellent
#1411 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Green Acres Elementary
Elementary School · Live Oak Elementary
966 Bostwick Ln., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,411 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#3 of 25
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Live Oak Elementary
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Green Acres Elementary
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About Green Acres Elementary
Green Acres Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Live Oak Elementary. Green Acres Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Acres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Green Acres Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Green Acres Elementary runs 21.5:1 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.
31% of students at Green Acres 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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Green Acres Elementary — Students at Green Acres Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Green Acres Elementary Compares
See how Green Acres Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
966 Bostwick Ln., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Acres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ocean Alternative Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | — |
| VHM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Harbor High Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VHM Christian School Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| De Laveaga Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Shoreline Middle Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,261
Median Home Value
$1,064,600
Median Rent
$2,291/mo
Population
36,047
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Acres Elementary
What grades does Green Acres Elementary serve?
Green Acres Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Green Acres Elementary?
Green Acres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Acres Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Acres Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Acres Elementary rank in CA?
Green Acres Elementary ranks #1,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Green Acres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Acres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Green Acres Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Acres Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Green Acres Elementary a charter school?
No, Green Acres Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Acres Elementary a Title I school?
No, Green Acres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Acres Elementary?
53.2% of students at Green Acres 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (831) 475-0111
Resources & Links
District
Live Oak Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,675
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,863
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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