Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rio Del Mar ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Del Mar's student population of 416 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Del Mar ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Del Mar is 0.31, 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
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
83%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Del Mar's ranking?
Rio Del Mar is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Del Mar often compared to?
Rio Del Maris often viewed alongside schools like Rio Real Elementary School, Hollywood Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Del Mar?
416 students attend Rio Del Mar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rio Del Mar students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Del Mar?
Rio Del Mar has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rio Del Mar offer ?
Rio Del Mar offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rio Del Mar part of?
Rio Del Mar is part of Rio Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Del Mar located?
Rio Del Mar is located in the Riverpark neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Riverpark.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2010
Love the teachers and principle. Great school
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