Alisal Community vs Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alisal Community
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
591 students
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
646 students
| Measure | Alisal Community Salinas, California | Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3384 of 5,693 | #4817 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38909 of 50,301 | #46971 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 591 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 28% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alisal Community scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 16.3).
- •Alisal Community does better on math proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •Alisal Community does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •Alisal Community does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 98%).
- •Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.6).
- •Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is the larger school with 646 students compared with 591.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alisal Community better than Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alisal Community ranks higher (29.4 vs 16.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alisal Community and Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal Community: 591. Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal Community and Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary rank in California?
Alisal Community is 3384th of 5,693 and Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary is 4817th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).