What grades does Valencia Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Valencia Elementary serves students in Aptos, CA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Valencia Elementary located?

You can find Valencia Elementary in Aptos, CA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valencia Elementary?

At Valencia Elementary, there are approximately 20.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Aptos, CA?

Valencia Elementary is among the schools serving Aptos, CA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Valencia Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Aptos, California|Pajaro Valley Unified

Aptos, CA 95003

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

No School for Students Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Jan

Mon

Professional Development DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–6

Enrollment

487

Student:Teacher

20.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Pajaro Valley Unified

Econ. Disadvantaged

36.3%

Phone

(831)728-7836

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

36 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22.1:1

Near average in CA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

475

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$20,409

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,610

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,302

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 61%Local 26%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$1,122,723

+1.0% 1yr+22.9% 5yr

Santa Cruz, CA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.7%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

5.4%

Uninsured residents

11.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,869

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,702

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,180 (44%)

Speech/Language Impairment

636 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

267 (10%)

Autism

265 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

121 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

95 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

487

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Veterans Day

No School for Students Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.

Holiday

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

No School for Students Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Pajaro Valley Unified. Valencia Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide No School for Students Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide No School for Students Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide No School for Students Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide No School for Students Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—