Below Average
#8484 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mount Toro High
High School · Salinas Union High
10 Sherwood Pl., Salinas, CA 93906
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,484 of 9,539
In Salinas
#56 of 60
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Salinas Union High
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About Mount Toro High
Mount Toro High is a public high school in Salinas, CA, part of Salinas Union High. Mount Toro High serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Toro High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,484 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Toro High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Mount Toro High 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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Mount Toro High — Students at Mount Toro High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 5.0/10.
How Mount Toro High Compares
See how Mount Toro High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Sherwood Pl., Salinas, CA 93906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Toro High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salinas High (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Salinas High (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Puente (rated 5.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Lake Community Day Salinas | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| El Puente Salinas | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Madonna del Sasso School Salinas | 0.6 mi | — |
| El Gabilan Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Salinas | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Laurel Wood Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Salinas City Virtual Academy Salinas | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Henry F. Kammann Elementary Salinas | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Salinas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Sherwood Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Natividad Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| North Salinas High Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Anthem Christian School Salinas | 1.4 mi | — |
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Salinas High Salinas | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Harden Middle Salinas | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Boronda Meadows Salinas | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Middle Salinas | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
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 Mount Toro High
What grades does Mount Toro High serve?
Mount Toro High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Toro High?
Mount Toro High has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Toro High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Toro High is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Toro High rank in CA?
Mount Toro High ranks #8,484 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mount Toro High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Toro High 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 Mount Toro High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Toro High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Toro High a charter school?
No, Mount Toro High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Toro High a Title I school?
No, Mount Toro High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Toro High?
98.2% of students at Mount Toro High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.7%
- Phone
- (831) 796-7700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 47.0%
Resources & Links
District
Salinas Union High- District Enrollment
- 16,225
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,435
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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