Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ashley Falls 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 82% (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 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley Falls 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
Ashley Falls Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashley Falls 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 Ashley Falls Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#276 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Ashley Falls Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ashley Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Ashley Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Ridge 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 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ashley Falls Elementary School?
367 students attend Ashley Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ashley Falls Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashley Falls Elementary School?
Ashley Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ashley Falls Elementary School offer ?
Ashley Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ashley Falls Elementary School part of?
Ashley Falls Elementary School is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashley Falls Elementary School located?
Ashley Falls Elementary School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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