Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. Jonas E. Salk ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Jonas E. Salk's student population of 680 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Excellence
School Rankings
Dr. Jonas E. Salk ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Jonas E. Salk is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4132 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Jonas E. Salk's ranking?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk is ranked #4132 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
680 students attend Dr. Jonas E. Salk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dr. Jonas E. Salk students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Jonas E. Salk?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Jonas E. Salk offer ?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dr. Jonas E. Salk part of?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk is part of Magnolia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Jonas E. Salk located?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk is located in the Southwest Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Anaheim.
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Date
2025-2026 First Day of School (Magnolia)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Non Student Day - Schools Closed (Magnolia)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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