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.
481
Total Students
22.6
Full-Time Teachers
21.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Scotts Valley Middle
Demographic Student Count
White310
Hispanic95
Black2
Asian32
Two or More38
American Indian4
  • White
    310 (64.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    95 (19.8 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (7.9 %)
  • Asian
    32 (6.7 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Scotts Valley Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6162
Grade 7157
Grade 8162
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Scotts Valley Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24450.7%
Male23749.3%