Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Mar Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Mar Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Del Mar Hills Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Mar Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Mar Hills Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#353 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
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 Del Mar Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Del Mar Hills Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Mar Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Del Mar Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Mar Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Mar Hills Elementary School?
283 students attend Del Mar Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Del Mar Hills Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Mar Hills Elementary School?
Del Mar Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Mar Hills Elementary School offer ?
Del Mar Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Mar Hills Elementary School part of?
Del Mar Hills Elementary School is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Mar Hills Elementary School located?
Del Mar Hills Elementary School is located in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood of Del Mar, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Del Mar Heights.
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