Excellent
#1583 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Dr. Jonas E. Salk
Elementary School · Magnolia Elementary
1411 South Gilbert St., Anaheim, CA 92804
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,583 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#8 of 65
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Magnolia Elementary
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Jonas E. Salk
Elementary School in Anaheim · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr. Jonas E. Salk
Dr. Jonas E. Salk is a public elementary school in Anaheim, CA, part of Magnolia Elementary.
Dr. Jonas E. Salk serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Jonas E. Salk has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,583 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Jonas E. Salk show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Dr. Jonas E. Salk were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Jonas E. Salk — Students at Dr. Jonas E. Salk score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Dr. Jonas E. Salk Compares
See how Dr. Jonas E. Salk performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1411 South Gilbert St., Anaheim, CA 92804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Jonas E. Salk may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anaheim Elementary Online Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walt Disney (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gilbert Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia High Anaheim | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Esther L. Walter Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Montessori House of Children Anaheim | 0.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Anaheim | 0.5 mi | — |
| Anaheim Magnolia Christian School Anaheim | 0.8 mi | — |
| ANAHEIM MAGNOLIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Walt Disney Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Anaheim | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Mattie Lou Maxwell Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Justin Martyr Anaheim | 0.9 mi | — |
| Dale Junior High Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Robert M. Pyles STEM Academy Stanton | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Virtual Academy Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Juliette Low School of the Arts Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,588
Median Home Value
$729,700
Median Rent
$1,990/mo
Population
83,435
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.5
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|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Jonas E. Salk
What grades does Dr. Jonas E. Salk serve?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jonas E. Salk is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Jonas E. Salk rank in CA?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk ranks #1,583 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Jonas E. Salk's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Jonas E. Salk has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Jonas E. Salk a charter school?
No, Dr. Jonas E. Salk is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Jonas E. Salk a Title I school?
No, Dr. Jonas E. Salk is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
78.8% of students at Dr. Jonas E. Salk qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (714) 527-5143
Resources & Links
District
Magnolia Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,920
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,184
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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