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EL Gabilan Elementary
Elementary School · Salinas City Elementary
1256 Linwood Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,994 of 9,539
In Salinas
#37 of 60
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Salinas City Elementary
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About EL Gabilan Elementary
EL Gabilan Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Salinas City Elementary. EL Gabilan Elementary serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Gabilan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,994 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Gabilan Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
EL Gabilan Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
34% of students at EL Gabilan 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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EL Gabilan Elementary — Students at EL Gabilan Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.9/10.
How EL Gabilan Elementary Compares
See how EL Gabilan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1256 Linwood Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Gabilan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salinas City Virtual Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madonna del Sasso School Salinas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Natividad Elementary Salinas | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| North Salinas High Salinas | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Anthem Christian School Salinas | 0.5 mi | — |
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Harden Middle Salinas | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Mount Toro High Salinas | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Carr Lake Community Day Salinas | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| El Puente Salinas | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Henry F. Kammann Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Salinas City Virtual Academy Salinas | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| McKinnon Salinas | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| New Republic Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Laurel Wood Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Rita Elementary Salinas | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,044
Median Home Value
$595,200
Median Rent
$2,127/mo
Population
64,592
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Gabilan Elementary
What grades does EL Gabilan Elementary serve?
EL Gabilan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend EL Gabilan Elementary?
EL Gabilan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Gabilan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Gabilan Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Gabilan Elementary rank in CA?
EL Gabilan Elementary ranks #6,994 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Gabilan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Gabilan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 EL Gabilan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Gabilan Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Gabilan Elementary a charter school?
No, EL Gabilan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Gabilan Elementary a Title I school?
No, EL Gabilan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Gabilan Elementary?
81.2% of students at EL Gabilan 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
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (831) 753-5660
Resources & Links
District
Salinas City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,206
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,429
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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