Serving 373 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 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (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 373 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Solana Highlands 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 Solana Highlands Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#109 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solana Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 9,602 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 Ocean Air 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School?
373 students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Solana Highlands Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 12% 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 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Last day of school - Minimum day dismissal 12:02p
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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