Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Paso Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Paso Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Del Paso Heights Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Paso Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Paso Heights Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#7385 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Del Paso Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is ranked #7385 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Paso Heights Elementary School?
469 students attend Del Paso Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Del Paso Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Paso Heights Elementary School?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Paso Heights Elementary School offer ?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Paso Heights Elementary School part of?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Paso Heights Elementary School located?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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