Below Average
#7911 of 9,539 schools in CA
John E. Steinbeck Elementary
Elementary School · Alisal Union
1714 Burlington Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,911 of 9,539
In Salinas
#50 of 60
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Alisal Union
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John E. Steinbeck Elementary
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About John E. Steinbeck Elementary
John E. Steinbeck Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Alisal Union. John E.
Steinbeck Elementary serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John E. Steinbeck Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,911 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John E. Steinbeck Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John E. Steinbeck Elementary runs 22.7:1 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 John E. Steinbeck 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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John E. Steinbeck Elementary — Students at John E. Steinbeck Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79%
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: 3.7/10.
How John E. Steinbeck Elementary Compares
See how John E. Steinbeck Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1714 Burlington Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John E. Steinbeck Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Alvarez High Salinas | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Salinas | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Creekside Elementary Salinas | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Alisal Virtual Academy Salinas | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| New Republic Elementary Salinas | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Frank Paul Elementary Salinas | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Natividad Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| La Paz Middle Salinas | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Salinas | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Rancho San Juan High Salinas | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| El Gabilan Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Anthem Christian School Salinas | 1.5 mi | — |
| McKinnon Salinas | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| North Salinas High Salinas | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
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 John E. Steinbeck Elementary
What grades does John E. Steinbeck Elementary serve?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John E. Steinbeck Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John E. Steinbeck Elementary rank in CA?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary ranks #7,911 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John E. Steinbeck Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John E. Steinbeck Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John E. Steinbeck Elementary a charter school?
No, John E. Steinbeck Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John E. Steinbeck Elementary a Title I school?
No, John E. Steinbeck Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
79.0% of students at John E. Steinbeck 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
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (831) 753-5780
Resources & Links
District
Alisal Union- District Enrollment
- 7,339
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,675
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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