Serving 573 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oscar F. Loya Elementary serves the west part of Salinas, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7746 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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?
573 students attend Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 21:1, which is equal to 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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