Scotts Valley Middle
481 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Scotts Valley Middle School (SVMS), located in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California, serves as a central hub for academic and personal development for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Scotts Valley Unified School District, the school is well-regarded for maintaining high academic standards and a strong focus on preparing students for the rigors of high school. The campus environment emphasizes a balance between traditional core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—and a variety of elective opportunities that allow students to explore personal interests and develop new skills.
Beyond the classroom, SVMS fosters a supportive and inclusive school culture that prioritizes student well-being and community engagement. The school encourages participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and social clubs, which helps to build a sense of school spirit and belonging among the student body. With its commitment to fostering critical thinking, digital literacy, and civic responsibility, Scotts Valley Middle School aims to cultivate well-rounded, thoughtful individuals who are equipped to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
Beyond the classroom, SVMS fosters a supportive and inclusive school culture that prioritizes student well-being and community engagement. The school encourages participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and social clubs, which helps to build a sense of school spirit and belonging among the student body. With its commitment to fostering critical thinking, digital literacy, and civic responsibility, Scotts Valley Middle School aims to cultivate well-rounded, thoughtful individuals who are equipped to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
481
Total Students
22.6
Full-Time Teachers
21.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 310 |
| Hispanic | 95 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 32 |
| Two or More | 38 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White310 (64.4 %)
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Hispanic95 (19.8 %)
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Two or More38 (7.9 %)
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Asian32 (6.7 %)
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American Indian4 (0.8 %)
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Black2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Scotts Valley Unified |
| Phone: | (831)438-0610 |
| Website: | http://www.svms.scottsvalleyusd.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 481 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Provision 2 |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 52 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
162
Grade 7
157
Grade 8
162
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 162 |
| Grade 7 | 157 |
| Grade 8 | 162 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 244 | 50.7% |
| Male | 237 | 49.3% |
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