Below Average
#8234 of 9,539 schools in CA
Landmark Elementary
Elementary School · Pajaro Valley Unified
235 Ohlone Pkwy., Watsonville, CA 95076
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,234 of 9,539
In Watsonville
#20 of 27
public schools
In district
#25 of 33
Pajaro Valley Unified
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Landmark Elementary
Landmark Elementary is a public elementary school in Watsonville, CA, part of Pajaro Valley Unified. Landmark Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Landmark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Landmark Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Landmark 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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Landmark Elementary — Students at Landmark Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 4.1/10.
How Landmark Elementary Compares
See how Landmark Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
235 Ohlone Pkwy., Watsonville, CA 95076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Landmark Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watsonville Prep (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Watsonville, see our Watsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New School Community Day Watsonville | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Starlight Elementary Watsonville | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Radcliff Elementary Watsonville | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Rolling Hills Middle Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Moreland Notre Dame Watsonville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pajaro Valley High Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Ceiba College Preparatory Academy Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Watsonville Prep Hollister | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Freedom Elementary Freedom | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mintie White Elementary Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Watsonville High Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PVUSD Virtual Academy Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter Freedom | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,685
Median Home Value
$767,200
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
82,409
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
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| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
| Brooks Elementary Windsor, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Landmark Elementary
What grades does Landmark Elementary serve?
Landmark Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Landmark Elementary?
Landmark Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Landmark Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Landmark Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Landmark Elementary rank in CA?
Landmark Elementary ranks #8,234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Landmark Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Landmark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Landmark Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Landmark Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Landmark Elementary a charter school?
No, Landmark Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Landmark Elementary a Title I school?
No, Landmark Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Landmark Elementary?
91.1% of students at Landmark 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
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (831) 761-7940
Resources & Links
District
Pajaro Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,013
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,409
- District Rank
- #25 of 33
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