Schools in 95066 — Scotts Valley, California: 95066 students aren't just reaching proficiency — many go beyond it.
95066 has 4 ranked schools in Scotts Valley, averaging a Scope Score of 55.1/100 — 12.6 points above the state average of 42.6 (a state average weighted to 95066's own mix of school levels; CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 43.2 to 62.3, a 19.0-point spread.
How 95066 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Vine Hill Elementary with a Scope Score of 62 and 38.4% of students exceeding standard.
Students here are going past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 30.7% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 19.9%, itself weighted to 95066's own level mix.
Chronic absenteeism across 95066 averages 13.2%, below the state average of 19.2%, weighted to 95066's own level mix. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 95066 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Miles | Schools | Avg Score | vs 95066 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95066 | Scotts Valley | — | 4 | 55.1/100 | — |
| 95065 | Santa Cruz | 3.8 | 3 | 51.8/100 | -3.4 |
| 95018 | Felton | 3.8 | 3 | 48.6/100 | -6.5 |
| 95060 | Santa Cruz | 5.1 | 7 | 58.3/100 | +3.2 |
| 95073 | Soquel | 5.2 | 4 | 52.4/100 | -2.7 |
| 95062 | Santa Cruz | 5.4 | 10 | 39.7/100 | -15.4 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 95066
Hidden gems: 1 school in 95066 is classified as Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 95066
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
Elementary Schools (2)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vine Hill Elementary Scotts Valley Unified | 38.4% | 89th percentile · StrongScope Score 62/100 |
| 2 | California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Scotts Valley Unified | 24.4% | 66th percentile · SolidScope Score 43/100 |
Middle Schools (1)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scotts Valley Middle Scotts Valley Unified | 31.6% | 88th percentile · StrongScope Score 59/100 |
High Schools (1)
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scotts Valley High Scotts Valley Unified | 28.4% | 59th percentile · SolidScope Score 56/100 |
Schools in 95066 on the map
Open these schools on the map →Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology