Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School

1505 Cougar Dr.
Salinas, CA 93905
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 576 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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School Overview

Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
AUSD, cultivating the whole child for a world-class education.

School Rankings

Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#7746 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
19%
34%
23%
47%
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.02
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School is ranked #7746 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School?
576 students attend Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School part of?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School is part of Alisal Union School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 576 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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