For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,729 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 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Salida, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 464 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 687 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 291 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (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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