For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 941 students in Aptos, CA.
The top ranked private elementary school in Aptos, CA is Twin Lakes Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
40% of private elementary schools in Aptos, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked Aptos ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2701 Cabrillo College Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 465-3301
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 465-3301
Gr: K-8 | 404 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2120 Trout Gulch
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-1753
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-1753
Gr: 2-6 | 46 students
Orchard School![Orchard School Photo]( "Orchard School Photo")
Alternative School
2288 Trout Gulch Rd
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-1074
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 688-1074
Gr: K-6 | 59 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
1940 Bonita Dr
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 239-4657
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 239-4657
Gr: K-12 | 185 students
Santa Cruz Montessori School![Santa Cruz Montessori School Photo - Primary Class]( "Santa Cruz Montessori School Photo - Primary Class")
Montessori School
6230 Soquel Dr
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 476-1646
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 476-1646
Gr: PK-9 | 247 students Avg. class size: 21 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Aptos, CA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Aptos, CA is Twin Lakes Christian School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Aptos?
5 private elementary schools are located in Aptos.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Aptos?
Aptos private elementary schools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Aptos?
40% of private elementary schools in Aptos are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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