Alisal High vs Monte Bella Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 587 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
Monte Bella Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
812 students
| Measure | Alisal High Salinas, California | Monte Bella Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1140 of 1,343 | #4517 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15477 of 16,910 | #45598 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,742 | 812 |
| Enrollment | 2,742 | 812 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 86.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 27% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.8 vs 18.8).
- •Monte Bella Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 20%).
- •Alisal High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Monte Bella Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.2% vs 95.2%).
- •Alisal High does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 26.2).
- •Alisal High is the larger school with 2,742 students compared with 812.
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 Monte Bella Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alisal High and Monte Bella Elementary?
About 587 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal High: 2,742. Monte Bella Elementary: 812. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal High and Monte Bella Elementary rank in California?
Alisal High is 1140th of 1,343 and Monte Bella Elementary is 4517th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).