Alisal High vs Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 778 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alisal High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,742 students
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
573 students
| Measure | Alisal High Salinas, California | Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1140 of 1,343 | #4175 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15477 of 16,910 | #43779 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,742 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 2,742 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 30% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 18.8).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 20%).
- •Alisal High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 38%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 95.2%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 23.0).
- •Alisal High is the larger school with 2,742 students compared with 573.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alisal High better than Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary ranks higher (21.7 vs 18.8 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 High and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
About 778 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal High: 2,742. Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal High and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary rank in California?
Alisal High is 1140th of 1,343 and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is 4175th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).