Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Solana Highlands 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solana Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Solana Highlands Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Solana Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solana Highlands Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#192 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Solana Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is ranked #192 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Solana Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Solana Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solana Pacific Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School?
417 students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Solana Highlands Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solana Highlands Elementary School?
Solana Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Solana Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Solana Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Solana Highlands Elementary School part of?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is part of Solana Beach Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Solana Highlands Elementary School located?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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