Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Mar Heights 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 34%). 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (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 293 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide a dynamic environment that ignites and unites the passions of its community to deliver a world-class learning experience for every child.
School Rankings
Del Mar Heights 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 Del Mar Heights Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#99 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
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 #99 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 Carmel Del Mar Elementary School, Del Mar Hills Elementary School 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 34% 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?
293 students attend Del Mar Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Del Mar Heights Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 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 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 10/10/2025
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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