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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Parent / Guardian
September 15, 2025
We have loved Palma school. The teachers here are so supportive and have great intent for the young Men here. The sports are fabulous and parents are supportive and caring in the stands. Love it
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Palma School
Parent / Guardian
August 25, 2025
My child has attended this school since kinder and is now in 6th. Out of all the teachers he's had, only 2 have been competent and friendly. The rest are rude to parents and patronizing in all their... More
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Mission Park Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
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