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#4444 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
Elementary School · Alisal Union
901 North Sanborn Rd., Salinas, CA 93905
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,444 of 9,539
In Salinas
#21 of 60
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
Alisal Union
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
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About Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Alisal Union. Jesse G.
Sanchez Elementary serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,444 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary — Students at Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Compares
See how Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
901 North Sanborn Rd., Salinas, CA 93905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alisal Community (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Salinas | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Fremont Elementary Salinas | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| El Sausal Middle Salinas | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Alisal Community Salinas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Los Padres Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Salinas | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Frank Paul Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| La Paz Middle Salinas | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Alisal High Salinas | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sherwood Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Bardin Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Creekside Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Alisal Virtual Academy Salinas | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Monte Bella Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Salinas | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
What grades does Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary serve?
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary rank in CA?
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary ranks #4,444 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary a charter school?
No, Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
98.8% of students at Jesse G. Sanchez 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
- 674
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (831) 753-5760
Resources & Links
District
Alisal Union- District Enrollment
- 7,339
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,675
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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