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#5720 of 9,539 schools in CA
Loma Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Salinas City Elementary
757 Sausal Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,720 of 9,539
In Salinas
#26 of 60
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
Salinas City Elementary
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Loma Vista Elementary
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About Loma Vista Elementary
Loma Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Salinas City Elementary. Loma Vista Elementary serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Loma Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,720 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Loma Vista Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Loma Vista 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.
Loma Vista Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
30% of students at Loma Vista 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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Loma Vista Elementary — Students at Loma Vista Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
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: 7.9/10.
How Loma Vista Elementary Compares
See how Loma Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
757 Sausal Dr., Salinas, CA 93906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loma Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| New Republic Elementary Salinas | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Everett Alvarez High Salinas | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Creekside Elementary Salinas | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Alisal Virtual Academy Salinas | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Natividad Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Frank Paul Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| El Gabilan Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Anthem Christian School Salinas | 1.2 mi | — |
| McKinnon Salinas | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Rancho San Juan High Salinas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| North Salinas High Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Salinas | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Harden Middle Salinas | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Salinas | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| La Paz Middle Salinas | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
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 Loma Vista Elementary
What grades does Loma Vista Elementary serve?
Loma Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Loma Vista Elementary?
Loma Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loma Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loma Vista Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loma Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Loma Vista Elementary ranks #5,720 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Loma Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loma Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Loma Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loma Vista Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Loma Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Loma Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loma Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loma Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loma Vista Elementary?
78.4% of students at Loma Vista 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
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (831) 753-5670
Resources & Links
District
Salinas City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,206
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,429
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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