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San Benancio Middle

Washington Union Elementary · Monterey County · 43 San Benancio Road, Salinas, CA 93908-9133

(831) 484-1172 · www.washingtonusd.org

9/10
#228
Rank 228 out of 1,315
Top 17%
English Language Arts9/10 · #227 · 83rd percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #241 · 82nd percentile
Science9/10 · #224 · 83rd percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the scenic hillsides southeast of Salinas, San Benancio Middle serves families in the quieter, more rural pockets of Monterey County — the kind of area where the pace slows down and the community feels tightly knit. The school consistently performs well above average across English, math, and science, making it a solid choice for families who want strong academics without the intensity of a large urban campus. It's a great fit for parents who value a smaller-school feel and want their kids learning in an environment where teachers and families tend to actually know each other.

Student Demographics

251 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
133 (53%)
Hispanic
71 (28%)
Multiple Races
20 (8%)
Asian
18 (7%)
Filipino
8 (3%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners8 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged32 (13%)
Students with Disabilities28 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

261
Enrollment
12
Teachers (FTE)
21.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
19
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #1256 · 9th percentile

12 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.