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Magic Apple School

2120 Trout Gulch Aptos, CA 95003

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: 2-6
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Magic Apple School in Aptos, CA serves 46 students in grades 2 through 6 within a rural community setting.
  • The nonsectarian, co–educational school employs 8 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 6:1.
  • Student diversity includes 32.56% students of color, reflecting the demographic composition of the school population.
  • As a California rural elementary private school, Magic Apple focuses on a special program emphasis without affiliation to religious or membership organizations.
  • The school operates alongside nearby options such as Orchard School and Santa Cruz Montessori School, offering alternatives for families seeking small enrollment sizes and low student–teacher ratios.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: 2-6
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Magic Apple School?
The application deadline for Magic Apple School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
My son has been attending Magic Apple since 1st grade. He just "graduated" from 6th grade. Without the care, love and support of Fran, Jan and all of the wonderful teachers, I do not know how my son and I would have made it through these years. I am so grateful and appreciative of their contributions to our family.
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5  
My 12 year old daughter just "graduated" from Magic Apple after 7 years (first at Apple Afterschool K-1st) of unbelievable care and excellent educational enrichment! I have seen her bloosom under the loving, supportive, creative, fun, funny, kind, challenging, imaginative care of Jan and Fran. I truly believe that our daughter would be amazing...but having been at Magic has that much more allowed her to thrive and find her own unique style. Dance, science, cooking, and so much more! Her speech in front of hundreds of people commending Jan and Fran are truly the best recommendation one could give...wish I could share it here! Thankfully her brother has 3 more years in their wonderful program!
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5  
I cannot recommend Magic Apple enough! Jan and Fran create a stimulating , fun, educational, kind, loving community with many opportunities for leadership for the students. I can honestly say my Grandson learned lifelong lessons of love, kindness, helpfulness, empathy , leadership and how to be a good person! He considers Jan and Fran his second parents and goes back to visit even though he is a busy high school Junior . They were always caring, positive and loving. If you have the opportunity, send your child to Magic Apple. You and your child will be sooooo happy you did!!!!
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The average private school tuition in Santa Cruz County, CA is $17,758 for elementary schools and $29,726 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Cruz County, CA is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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