Below Average
#7361 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Elementary School · Alisal Union
1505 Cougar Dr., Salinas, CA 93905
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,361 of 9,539
In Salinas
#45 of 60
public schools
In district
#10 of 13
Alisal Union
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Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Elementary School in Salinas · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Alisal Union.
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,361 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary 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. Oscar F. Loya Elementary — Students at Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Compares
See how Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1505 Cougar Dr., Salinas, CA 93905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alisal Community (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Bella Elementary Salinas | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Alisal High Salinas | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Salinas | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| La Paz Middle Salinas | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Alisal Community Salinas | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Frank Paul Elementary Salinas | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Bardin Elementary Salinas | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Salinas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Creekside Elementary Salinas | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Alisal Virtual Academy Salinas | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Salinas | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Fremont Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Everett Alvarez High Salinas | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| El Sausal Middle Salinas | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Padres Elementary Salinas | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Salinas | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,716
Median Home Value
$570,000
Median Rent
$1,799/mo
Population
64,596
College Educated
6.6%
Homeownership
41.7%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
28.5
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| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
What grades does Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary serve?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary rank in CA?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary ranks #7,361 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary a charter school?
No, Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
95.0% of students at Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (831) 751-1945
Resources & Links
District
Alisal Union- District Enrollment
- 7,339
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,675
- District Rank
- #10 of 13
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