Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Solana Santa Fe Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solana Santa Fe 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
Diversity
School Overview
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Solana Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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
#382 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Santa Fe Elementary School's ranking?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Solana Santa Fe Elementary School often compared to?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solana Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solana Santa Fe Elementary School?
327 students attend Solana Santa Fe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Solana Santa Fe Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solana Santa Fe Elementary School?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Solana Santa Fe Elementary School offer ?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Solana Santa Fe Elementary School part of?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School is part of Solana Beach Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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