Excellent
#42 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Pacific Collegiate Charter
High School · Pacific Collegiate Charter District
3004 Mission St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
9.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
9.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#42 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#1 of 25
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Pacific Collegiate Charter
Pacific Collegiate Charter is a public high school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Pacific Collegiate Charter District. Pacific Collegiate Charter serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Collegiate Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pacific Collegiate Charter show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
What's said publicly about Pacific Collegiate Charter
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Pacific Collegiate Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Pacific Collegiate Charter — Students at Pacific Collegiate Charter score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Pacific Collegiate Charter Compares
See how Pacific Collegiate Charter 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
3004 Mission St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Collegiate Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Santa Cruz High (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Santa Cruz County Community (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ark Independent Studies (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz Waldorf School Santa Cruz | 3.3 mi | — |
| SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Collegiate Charter
What grades does Pacific Collegiate Charter serve?
Pacific Collegiate Charter serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Pacific Collegiate Charter?
Pacific Collegiate Charter has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Collegiate Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Collegiate Charter is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pacific Collegiate Charter rank in CA?
Pacific Collegiate Charter ranks #42 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pacific Collegiate Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Collegiate Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Pacific Collegiate Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pacific Collegiate Charter has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Pacific Collegiate Charter a charter school?
Yes, Pacific Collegiate Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Pacific Collegiate Charter a Title I school?
No, Pacific Collegiate Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pacific Collegiate Charter?
10.0% of students at Pacific Collegiate Charter 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (831) 479-7785
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Pacific Collegiate Charter District- District Enrollment
- 540
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,144
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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