Cesar E. Chavez Elementary vs Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 844 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
628 students
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
573 students
| Measure | Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Salinas, California | Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4096 of 5,693 | #4175 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43321 of 50,301 | #43779 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 628 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 628 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 30% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.4 vs 21.7).
- •Cesar E. Chavez Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Cesar E. Chavez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 95.1%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 26.2).
- •Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is the larger school with 628 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 Cesar E. Chavez Elementary better than Dr. Oscar F. Loya 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 Cesar E. Chavez Elementary and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary?
About 844 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary: 628. Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar E. Chavez Elementary and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary rank in California?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is 4096th of 5,693 and Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is 4175th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).