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#3785 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Soquel Elementary
Elementary School · Soquel Union Elementary
2700 Porter St., Soquel, CA 95073
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,785 of 9,539
In Soquel
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Soquel Union Elementary
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Soquel Elementary
Soquel Elementary is a public elementary school in Soquel, CA, part of Soquel Union Elementary. Soquel Elementary serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Soquel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Soquel Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Soquel Elementary runs 20.9:1 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.
33% of students at Soquel 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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Soquel Elementary — Students at Soquel Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
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: 7.4/10.
How Soquel Elementary Compares
See how Soquel Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2700 Porter St., Soquel, CA 95073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soquel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Acres Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), which scores notably higher. Another option is Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ocean Alternative Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Soquel, see our Soquel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Soquel High Soquel | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Main Street Elementary Soquel | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| New Brighton Middle Capitola | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Opal Cliffs Capitola | 1.1 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Cruz Montessori School Wavecrest Junior High Soquel | 1.1 mi | — |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| TWIN LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aptos | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | — |
| Green Acres Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Delta Charter Aptos | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MERIT ACADEMY Santa Cruz | 2.3 mi | — |
| Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Shoreline Middle Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| VHM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Tara Redwood School Soquel | 2.2 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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| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose, CA | 6.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| Blue Oak Charter Chico, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding, CA | 6.9 |
| Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soquel Elementary
What grades does Soquel Elementary serve?
Soquel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Soquel Elementary?
Soquel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soquel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Soquel Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soquel Elementary rank in CA?
Soquel Elementary ranks #3,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Soquel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Soquel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Soquel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soquel Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Soquel Elementary a charter school?
No, Soquel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soquel Elementary a Title I school?
No, Soquel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Soquel Elementary?
47.0% of students at Soquel 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
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (831) 464-5655
Resources & Links
District
Soquel Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,566
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,473
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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