Scotts Valley Unified

The Scotts Valley Unified school district, serving grades K-12 in the Santa Cruz County area, consists of four high-performing schools with a total enrollment of about 2,100 students.

Across the district, all schools rank in the top 15% statewide, with particularly strong performance in English Language Arts. Vine Hill Elementary and Brook Knoll Elementary both show exceptional math scores, especially in 3rd grade, while Scotts Valley Middle stands out for its excellent science proficiency and the district's lowest chronic absenteeism rate. Scotts Valley High is a standout for its very high graduation rate and very low dropout rate compared to the state average.

Key takeaways for parents include the district's consistent excellence, with stable high rankings over recent years. While math performance is strong in elementary grades, it shows a common pattern of declining in middle and high school, which the district is likely addressing. The high school's higher per-student spending correlates with its exceptional graduation outcomes, and the middle school's low absenteeism suggests a positive school environment that supports learning.