For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,109 students in 93908, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93908, CA are Toro Park Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and San Benancio Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93908 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93908, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93908, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Toro Park Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22500 Portola Dr.
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-9691
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-9691
Gr: K-3 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Corral De Tierra Rd.
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-1331
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-1331
Gr: 4-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
San Benancio Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
43 San Benancio Rd.
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-1172
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 484-1172
Gr: 6-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Buena Vista Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18250 Tara Dr.
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 455-8936
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 455-8936
Gr: 6-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Graves Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15 Mcfadden Rd.
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 422-6392
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 422-6392
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93908, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93908, CA include Toro Park Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and San Benancio Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 93908?
6 public schools are located in 93908.
What is the racial composition of students in 93908?
93908 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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