These are some of the top-rated public schools in Salinas based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Districts
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Salinas City Elementary School District
8,273 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-6 | 15 schools -
Salinas Union High School District
16,337 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades 7-12 & Ungraded | 13 schools -
Alisal Union School District
7,509 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-6 | 12 schools -
North Monterey County Unified School District
4,483 students | MOSS LANDING, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 9 schools -
Monterey County Office Of Education School District
633 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-12 | 8 schools -
Santa Rita Union Elementary School District
3,231 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-8 | 7 schools -
Washington Union Elementary School District
734 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-8 | 4 schools -
Spreckels Union Elementary School District
918 students | SPRECKELS, CA
Grades K-8 | 2 schools -
Graves Elementary School District
31 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-8 | 1 school -
Mission Trails Rop School District
0 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades 9-12 | 1 school -
Lagunita Elementary School District
76 students | SALINAS, CA
Grades K-8 | 1 school
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Reviews From Schools in Salinas
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July 28, 2025
I don’t even recognize the place I once thought would shape me for the better. My school claims to stand for love, faith, and fairness—but all I’ve felt is loneliness, frustration, and neglect. The... More
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Anthem Christian School
Parent / Guardian
June 17, 2025
Our daughter had a truly beautiful experience while attending this school. The teachers and staff were incredibly supportive, nurturing not just academic growth, but also personal and spiritual... More
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Anthem Christian School
Parent / Guardian
April 16, 2025
Horrible experience for my child. Not what we invested in and paid for several years. Staff members are rude. Especially some of the support staff. Non-engaging instruction. Gaps in student learning.... More
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Anthem Christian School