MANUEL A. SALINAS CREATIVE ARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the San Bernardino City Unified school district, located in San Bernardino, CA with about 554 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 21 teachers, Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary, located in San Bernardino, California, is a specialized educational institution that integrates traditional academics with a robust focus on the performing and visual arts. As part of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, the school is designed to foster a well-rounded learning environment where creativity is used as a primary vehicle for student engagement and academic achievement. By emphasizing disciplines such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, confidence, and self-expression alongside core subjects like literacy and mathematics.

The school serves the local community by providing a structured, creative-centered curriculum that encourages students to explore their unique talents in a collaborative setting. Its identity is rooted in the belief that an arts-integrated education helps students develop strong problem-solving skills and a lifelong appreciation for learning. With a commitment to inclusivity and student growth, Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for future success by balancing artistic exploration with the foundational knowledge required for their continuing education.

For more information, contact Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary at (909) 880-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.