Silicon Valley High School

Scotts Valley High School is a public high school located in Scotts Valley, California.
It was founded in 1999 and is a part of the Scotts Valley Unified School District, which is in Santa Cruz County.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 1,650 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Silicon Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold

Student Body

Total Students
1,650 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Silicon Valley High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silicon Valley High School's ranking?
Silicon Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Silicon Valley High School?
The application deadline for Silicon Valley High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 1,650 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Santa Cruz County, CA is $17,832 for elementary schools and $26,908 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Cruz County, CA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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