For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,206 students in 95003, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA are Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 95003 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95003, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95003, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
819 Pinehurst Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-2053
Grades: K-6
| 408 students
Rank: #22.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 Aptos School Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7836
Grades: K-6
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Mar Vista Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6860 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-5211
Grades: K-6
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95003, CA include Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Valencia Elementary School and Mar Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95003?
3 public elementary schools are located in 95003.
What is the racial composition of students in 95003?
95003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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