Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Toro Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Toro Park Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Salinas school district, encompassing approximately 41.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toro Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Toro Park Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1868
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
A Great Place to Start
School Rankings
Toro Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toro Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toro Park Elementary School's ranking?
Toro Park Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Toro Park Elementary School often compared to?
Toro Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spreckels Elementary School, New Republic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Toro Park Elementary School?
341 students attend Toro Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Toro Park Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toro Park Elementary School?
Toro Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Toro Park Elementary School offer ?
Toro Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Toro Park Elementary School part of?
Toro Park Elementary School is part of Washington Union Elementary School District.
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