For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,432 students in 95003, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 95003, CA are Aptos High School and Delta Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95003 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95003, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95003 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aptos High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95003, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aptos High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Mariner Way
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-7832
Grades: 9-12
| 1,316 students
Rank: #22.
Delta Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Soquel Dr. Bldg. 1190
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 477-5212
Grades: 9-12
| 116 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 95003, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 95003, CA include Aptos High School and Delta Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 95003?
2 public high schools are located in 95003.
What is the racial composition of students in 95003?
95003 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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