Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary vs Monte Bella Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 827 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
573 students
Monte Bella Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
812 students
| Measure | Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Salinas, California | Monte Bella Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4175 of 5,693 | #4517 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43779 of 50,301 | #45598 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 573 | 812 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 812 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 86.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| 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 27%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Monte Bella Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.2% vs 89.2%).
- •Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 26.2).
- •Monte Bella Elementary is the larger school with 812 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 Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary better than Monte Bella 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 Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary and Monte Bella Elementary?
About 827 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary: 573. Monte Bella Elementary: 812. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary and Monte Bella Elementary rank in California?
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary is 4175th of 5,693 and Monte Bella Elementary is 4517th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).