John E. Steinbeck Elementary

Steinbeck Elementary sits in the heart of Salinas, a working agricultural city in the Salinas Valley where many families are deeply rooted in the farming and food industry communities that define the region. The school shows some relative strength in science, which aligns well with the area's connection to the land and local environmental programs. Families who are engaged and looking to supplement their child's education at home may find this school a manageable fit, especially given the tight-knit, community-oriented culture that tends to characterize schools in the Alisal Union district.