Very Good
#2643 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Scotts Valley Middle
Middle School · Scotts Valley Unified
8 Bean Creek Rd., Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,643 of 9,539
In Scotts Valley
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Scotts Valley Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Scotts Valley Middle
Middle School in Scotts Valley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scotts Valley Middle
Scotts Valley Middle is a public middle school in Scotts Valley, CA, part of Scotts Valley Unified. Scotts Valley Middle serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotts Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,643 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Scotts Valley Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Scotts Valley Middle — Students at Scotts Valley Middle score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Scotts Valley Middle Compares
See how Scotts Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8 Bean Creek Rd., Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scotts Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Branciforte Middle (rated 7.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), with a very similar rating. Additionally, San Lorenzo Valley Middle (rated 4.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Felton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scotts Valley, see our Scotts Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| PACIFIC SANDS ACADEMY Scotts Valley | 0.4 mi | — |
| SILICON VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Scotts Valley | 1.3 mi | — |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Baymonte Christian School Scotts Valley | 1.7 mi | — |
| Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Scotts Valley High Scotts Valley | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Vine Hill Elementary Scotts Valley | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Brite Horizons School Scotts Valley | 2.1 mi | — |
| Happy Valley Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 4.0 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High Felton | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 4.1 mi | — |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Felton | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| De Laveaga Elementary Santa Cruz | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle Felton | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,941
Median Home Value
$1,113,000
Median Rent
$2,384/mo
Population
15,369
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance, CA | 7.4 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz, CA | 7.4 |
| Burton Middle Porterville, CA | 7.4 |
| Century Community Charter Inglewood, CA | 7.4 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles, CA | 7.4 |
| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scotts Valley Middle
What grades does Scotts Valley Middle serve?
Scotts Valley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Scotts Valley Middle?
Scotts Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scotts Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Scotts Valley Middle is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scotts Valley Middle rank in CA?
Scotts Valley Middle ranks #2,643 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Scotts Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Scotts Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Scotts Valley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotts Valley Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Scotts Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Scotts Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scotts Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Scotts Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scotts Valley Middle?
10.4% of students at Scotts Valley Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (831) 438-0610
Resources & Links
District
Scotts Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,107
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,367
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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