Very Good
#3178 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 33% in state
Main Street Elementary
Elementary School · Soquel Union Elementary
3400 North Main St., Soquel, CA 95073
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,178 of 9,539
In Soquel
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Soquel Union Elementary
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Main Street Elementary
Main Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Soquel, CA, part of Soquel Union Elementary. Main Street Elementary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,178 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Main Street Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Main Street 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.
30% of students at Main Street 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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Main Street Elementary — Students at Main Street Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
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: 8.2/10.
How Main Street Elementary Compares
See how Main Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3400 North Main St., Soquel, CA 95073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Acres Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ocean Alternative Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Soquel, see our Soquel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Soquel High Soquel | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Soquel Elementary Soquel | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| New Brighton Middle Capitola | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High Soquel | 1.0 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Opal Cliffs Capitola | 1.6 mi | — |
| TWIN LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aptos | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MERIT ACADEMY Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Tara Redwood School Soquel | 1.7 mi | — |
| Delta Charter Aptos | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain Elementary Soquel | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mar Vista Elementary Aptos | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Green Acres Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Harbor High Santa Cruz | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,929
Median Home Value
$1,012,000
Median Rent
$2,093/mo
Population
11,487
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
44.2
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| Alamosa Park Elementary Vista, CA | 7.2 |
| Alta Elementary Reedley, CA | 7.2 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.2 |
| Blue Oak Elementary Cameron Park, CA | 7.2 |
| City Language Immersion Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Elementary
What grades does Main Street Elementary serve?
Main Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Main Street Elementary?
Main Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street 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 Main Street Elementary rank in CA?
Main Street Elementary ranks #3,178 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Main Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Main Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Street Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Main Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Main Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Main Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street Elementary?
24.9% of students at Main Street 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (831) 464-5650
Resources & Links
District
Soquel Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,566
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,473
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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