Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Mar Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Mar Heights 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 Heights Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Mar Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Mar Heights Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
62%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Mar Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Del Mar Heights Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Mar Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Del Mar Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Mar Hills Elementary School, Carmel Del Mar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Mar Heights Elementary School?
311 students attend Del Mar Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Del Mar Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Mar Heights Elementary School?
Del Mar Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Del Mar Heights Elementary School offer ?
Del Mar Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Mar Heights Elementary School part of?
Del Mar Heights Elementary School is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Mar Heights Elementary School located?
Del Mar Heights 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.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2021
Private education at a public school price. Outstanding teachers, and administration; excellent student population and strong parent support. Old buildings are scheduled for renovation / remodel, there seems to be very little that the school lacks. Diversity is a tough one because of the coastal location, property values are well above average. That said, the school curriculum includes empathy and inclusion elements, and they are highly sensitive to the national climate. A strong emphasis on love over hate, being kind to one another, and tolerance towards people with differing viewpoint.. A+ from this proud parent.
5 4/29/2020
This school is the best school. I have been to it show me how to respect other people and it has art, technology, and some much more it is so fun and epic events I think this is the best school in the world.
5 8/25/2010
Amazing principal leads a dedicated staff with differentiation at so many levels. Besides academic awards (blue ribbon, CA distinguished) we have foreign language (Spanish) in a public school.
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