ALISAL COMMUNITY

Alisal Community is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alisal Union school district, located in Salinas, CA with about 697 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Alisal Community has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alisal Community School, located in the heart of Salinas, California, serves as a cornerstone of its neighborhood by providing foundational education to elementary-aged students. As part of the Alisal Union School District, the school is deeply committed to supporting a predominantly Hispanic community, focusing on academic achievement while addressing the unique linguistic and cultural needs of its diverse student body. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and social-emotional development through collaborative efforts between educators, students, and local families.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Alisal Community School plays an active role in the daily lives of its residents by acting as a hub for community engagement. By prioritizing inclusive teaching practices and providing various resources tailored to the specific challenges faced by students in the area, the school works to ensure that all learners have the tools necessary for long-term success. Through its connection to the surrounding neighborhood, the school remains dedicated to nurturing not just scholars, but well-rounded individuals prepared to contribute positively to the Salinas community.

For more information, contact Alisal Community at (831) 753-5720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.