Below Average
#8468 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ione Olson Elementary
Elementary School · Monterey Peninsula Unified
261 Beach Rd., Marina, CA 93933
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,468 of 9,539
In Marina
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Monterey Peninsula Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Ione Olson Elementary
Ione Olson Elementary is a public elementary school in Marina, CA, part of Monterey Peninsula Unified. Ione Olson Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ione Olson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,468 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ione Olson Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Ione Olson 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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Ione Olson Elementary — Students at Ione Olson Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Ione Olson Elementary Compares
See how Ione Olson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
261 Beach Rd., Marina, CA 93933
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ione Olson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ord Terrace Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. C. Crumpton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Graves Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Salinas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marina, see our Marina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Arboles Middle Marina | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Marina Vista Elementary Marina | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Marina High Marina | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| J. C. Crumpton Elementary Marina | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Learning for Life Charter Marina | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Chartwell School Seaside | 3.8 mi | — |
| George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 5.1 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 5.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 5.1 mi | — |
| Castroville Elementary Castroville | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Seaside High Seaside | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| North Monterey County Middle Castroville | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 6.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Graves Elementary Salinas | 5.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93933 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,625
Median Home Value
$776,900
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
27,617
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ione Olson Elementary
What grades does Ione Olson Elementary serve?
Ione Olson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ione Olson Elementary?
Ione Olson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ione Olson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ione Olson Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ione Olson Elementary rank in CA?
Ione Olson Elementary ranks #8,468 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ione Olson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ione Olson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Ione Olson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ione Olson Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ione Olson Elementary a charter school?
No, Ione Olson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ione Olson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ione Olson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ione Olson Elementary?
65.2% of students at Ione Olson 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
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (831) 392-3590
Resources & Links
District
Monterey Peninsula Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,252
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,521
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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