Below Average
#8010 of 9,539 schools in CA
New Republic Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Rita Union Elementary
636 Arcadia Way, Salinas, CA 93906
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,010 of 9,539
In Salinas
#52 of 60
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Santa Rita Union Elementary
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About New Republic Elementary
New Republic Elementary is a public elementary school in Salinas, CA, part of Santa Rita Union Elementary. New Republic Elementary serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Republic Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,010 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Republic Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at New Republic 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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New Republic Elementary — Students at New Republic Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.2/10.
How New Republic Elementary Compares
See how New Republic Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
636 Arcadia Way, Salinas, CA 93906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Republic Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loma Vista Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loma Vista Elementary Salinas | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Salinas Community Salinas | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Everett Alvarez High Salinas | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Natividad Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| McKinnon Salinas | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Rancho San Juan High Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Creekside Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Alisal Virtual Academy Salinas | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Anthem Christian School Salinas | 1.0 mi | — |
| Harden Middle Salinas | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| North Salinas High Salinas | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| El Gabilan Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Virginia Rocca Barton Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| John Gutierrez Middle Salinas | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| La Joya Elementary Salinas | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Madonna del Sasso School Salinas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Frank Paul Elementary Salinas | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
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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| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 4.5 |
| Barrett Elementary Morgan Hill, CA | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Republic Elementary
What grades does New Republic Elementary serve?
New Republic Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Republic Elementary?
New Republic Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Republic Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Republic Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Republic Elementary rank in CA?
New Republic Elementary ranks #8,010 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Republic Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Republic 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 New Republic Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Republic Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Republic Elementary a charter school?
No, New Republic Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Republic Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Republic Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Republic Elementary?
59.0% of students at New Republic 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (831) 443-7246
Resources & Links
District
Santa Rita Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,186
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,217
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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