Ark Independent Studies
Santa Cruz, CA · Santa Cruz City High · Grades 9-12
Not enough test data for a ranking (fewer than 30 students tested)
Ark Independent Studies ranking
Not enough test data to rank this school.
Ark Independent Studies students
Racial and ethnic breakdown of 52 students (2023–24, NCES) — and how it has shifted since 2013
| Group | Trend | 2013 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 51.8% | 46.2% | ▼ 5.6 pts | |
| Hispanic | 36.1% | 44.2% | ▲ 8.1 pts | |
| Two or more races | 6.0% | 7.7% | ▲ 1.7 pts | |
| Black | 2.4% | 1.9% | ▼ 0.5 pts | |
| Asian | 2.4% | 0.0% | ▼ 2.4 pts | |
| American Indian | 1.2% | 0.0% | ▼ 1.2 pts |
Homes near Ark Independent Studies
Typical home value $1.34M in zip 95062 as of 2026-05 · trend since 2000
Data Provided by Zillow Group
High schools near Ark Independent Studies
Closest same-level schools, with 2024–25 state rank
- –Costanoa Career Prep Continuation HighSanta Cruz City High · 0 mi away
- 7Harbor HighSanta Cruz City High · 1.2 mi away601st of 1,528
ELA 60% · Math 26% - 9Santa Cruz HighSanta Cruz City High · 1.2 mi away234th of 1,528
ELA 69% · Math 51% - –Santa Cruz County CourtSanta Cruz County Office of Education · 1.4 mi away
- 3Santa Cruz County CommunitySanta Cruz County Office of Education · 1.4 mi away1,214th of 1,528
ELA 31% · Math 6% - –Santa Cruz County ROPSanta Cruz County ROP · 1.4 mi away
- 10Pacific Collegiate CharterSanta Cruz County Office of Education · 2.9 mi away · charter66th of 1,528
ELA 86% · Math 64% - 8Soquel HighSanta Cruz City High · 3.2 mi away343rd of 1,528
ELA 72% · Math 34%
Frequently asked questions
What school district is Ark Independent Studies in?
Ark Independent Studies is part of the Santa Cruz City High district in Santa Cruz, California.
Is Ark Independent Studies a good school?
Ark Independent Studies does not have enough recent test data for a SchoolRow ranking.
What is the racial makeup of Ark Independent Studies?
White 46%, Hispanic 44%, Two or more races 8%, Black 2% (52 students, 2023–24).
How much do homes near Ark Independent Studies cost?
The typical home value in zip code 95062 is $1.34M as of 2026-05 (Zillow ZHVI).
Sources: state education department data (CAASPP 2024–25, low-income, chronic absenteeism), National Center for Education Statistics via the Urban Institute (enrollment, demographics, staffing), Zillow Group (home values). Rankings are computed by SchoolRow from state English and Math results within grade level; they measure test performance, not everything that makes a school good.