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Ark Independent Studies

Ark Independent Studies is a public high school in Santa Cruz, CA, serving grades 6–12, rated B-, with 56 students and a 27.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

In 2024-2025, the share of students meeting the state standard was 53% in English Language Arts, 26% in Science and 13% in Math.

B-TopHap school rating
Rating
B-
Grades
6–12
Enrollment
56
Students per teacher
27.2:1
Level
High
Type
Public · Alternative/Other

2024-2025 testing year

State test results

Share of students meeting or exceeding the state standard.

English Language Arts53%
Science26%
Math13%

Student body

Hispanic50%
White45%
Two or more races5%
Male / female
43% / 57%
Free or reduced lunch
41%
Enrollment change vs prior year
+14.3%
Prior-year enrollment
49

School details

Address
840 N Branciforte Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Phone
(831) 429-3898
Website
bssc.sccs.net/schools/ark
Setting
City - Small
Status
Operational
NCES ID
063560007869
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School district

Santa Cruz City High School District

District rating
B+
Schools
9
Students
4,467
Teachers (FTE)
223
Grades
K–12
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About Ark Independent Studies

How is Ark Independent Studies rated?

Ark Independent Studies holds a B- rating on TopHap's A-to-D scale, which blends state test results, academic progress and student outcomes. Santa Cruz City High School District is rated B+ overall.

How do students at Ark Independent Studies perform on state tests?

In the 2024-2025 testing year, the share of Ark Independent Studies students meeting or exceeding the state standard was 53% in English Language Arts, 26% in Science and 13% in Math.

What grades does Ark Independent Studies serve?

Ark Independent Studies serves grades 6–12 as a high school.

How many students attend Ark Independent Studies?

56 students attend Ark Independent Studies, up from 49 the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 27.2:1.

Which school district is Ark Independent Studies in?

Ark Independent Studies is part of Santa Cruz City High School District, which reports 9 schools and 4,467 students.