Below Average
#8593 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mission Park Elementary
Elementary School · Salinas City Elementary
403 West Acacia St., Salinas, CA 93901
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,593 of 9,539
In Salinas
#57 of 60
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
Salinas City Elementary
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About Mission Park Elementary
Mission Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Salinas City Elementary. Mission Park Elementary serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,593 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Park Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mission Park Elementary runs 23.8:1 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 Mission Park 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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Mission Park Elementary — Students at Mission Park Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
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: 3.3/10.
How Mission Park Elementary Compares
See how Mission Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
403 West Acacia St., Salinas, CA 93901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salinas City Virtual Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boronda Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Salinas | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Palma High School Salinas | 0.2 mi | — |
| PALMA SCHOOL Salinas | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington Middle Salinas | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Salinas High Salinas | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Salinas | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| University Park Elementary Salinas | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Salinas | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Monterey Park Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Laurel Wood Elementary Salinas | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Boronda Meadows Salinas | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Mount Toro High Salinas | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Carr Lake Community Day Salinas | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| El Puente Salinas | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Monterey County Special Education Salinas | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Monterey County Home Charter Salinas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Sherwood Elementary Salinas | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Salinas City Virtual Academy Salinas | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,639
Median Home Value
$721,100
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
29,480
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Park Elementary
What grades does Mission Park Elementary serve?
Mission Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mission Park Elementary?
Mission Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Park Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Park Elementary rank in CA?
Mission Park Elementary ranks #8,593 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Mission Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Park Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Mission Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mission Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Park Elementary?
55.1% of students at Mission Park 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
- 619
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (831) 753-5635
Resources & Links
District
Salinas City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,206
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,429
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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