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Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High
Middle School
2446 Cabrillo College Drive, Soquel, CA 95073
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High
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About Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High
Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High is a private middle school in Soquel, CA. Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High compares to the 4 public schools in Soquel, CA
All Schools in Soquel
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High (this school) | — |
| Main Street Elementary | 7.2 |
| Soquel Elementary | 6.9 |
| Soquel High | 7.6 |
| Mountain Elementary | 6.5 |
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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Address
- 2446 Cabrillo College Drive, Soquel, CA 95073
- Phone
- (831) 476-1646
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Location
2446 Cabrillo College Drive, Soquel, CA 95073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valencia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Aptos). Another option is Soquel High (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz). For more schools in Soquel, see our Soquel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TWIN LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aptos | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| New Brighton Middle Capitola | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Delta Charter Aptos | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Main Street Elementary Soquel | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Mar Vista Elementary Aptos | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Soquel Elementary Soquel | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Soquel High Soquel | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Opal Cliffs Capitola | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tara Redwood School Soquel | 1.9 mi | — |
| Chrysostom Classical Academy Aptos | 1.7 mi | — |
| Seacliff Academy Aptos | 1.8 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MERIT ACADEMY Santa Cruz | 2.7 mi | — |
| Mountain Elementary Soquel | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Valencia Elementary Aptos | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz | 2.7 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High
What grades does Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High serve?
Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High?
Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High a private school?
Yes, Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 476-1646
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