For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,729 students in Salida, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CA are Dena Boer, Sisk Elementary School and Salida Middle School - Vella Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salida, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salida have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salida, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dena Boer
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4801 Gold Valley Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Gr: K-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Sisk Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5337 Sugar Creek Ln.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1671
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1671
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5041 Toomes Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Salida Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4519 Finney Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CA include Dena Boer, Sisk Elementary School and Salida Middle School - Vella Campus.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salida?
4 public elementary schools are located in Salida.
What is the racial composition of students in Salida?
Salida public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Salida are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Salida include: Sisk Elementary School vs. Dena Boer, Salida Elementary School vs. Dena Boer, Dena Boer vs. Sisk Elementary School
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