For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,764 students in Salida, CA.
The top ranked public 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Salida have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salida, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dena Boer
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4801 Gold Valley Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Sisk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #33.
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5041 Toomes Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Grades: 6-8
| 740 students
Rank: #44.
Salida Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4519 Finney Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Grades: K-5
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salida, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Salida, CA include Dena Boer, Sisk Elementary School and Salida Middle School - Vella Campus.
How many public schools are located in Salida?
4 public schools are located in Salida.
What is the racial composition of students in Salida?
Salida public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Salida are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public 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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