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#1243 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr
Elementary School
250 CALIFORNIA ST, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,243 of 1,787
In Santa Cruz
#7 of 8
public schools
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Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr
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About Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr is a private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA. Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,243 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr 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 Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr (this school) | 5.7 |
| Bay View Elementary | 6.1 |
| Mission Hill Middle | 6.8 |
| Westlake Elementary | 6.2 |
| Alternative Family Education | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies | 4.9 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education | 4.8 |
| Gault Elementary | 6.0 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch | 6.7 |
| Branciforte Middle | 7.4 |
| Shoreline Middle | 7.6 |
| Del Mar Elementary | 6.7 |
| De Laveaga Elementary | 6.8 |
| Green Acres Elementary | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter | 6.7 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | 7.4 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 7.5 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary | 7.0 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary | 5.4 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 8.4 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
250 CALIFORNIA ST, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 1.9 mi | — |
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 Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr
What grades does Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr serve?
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr?
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr rank in CA?
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr ranks #1,243 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr a private school?
Yes, Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr a religious school?
No, Spring Hill-advanced Elementary School of Santa Cr is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 427-2641
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