Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rio Del Mar Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Del Mar Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat 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
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Rio Del Mar Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Del Mar Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Del Mar Elementary School is ranked #1960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Del Mar Elementary School often compared to?
Rio Del Mar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mar Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Del Mar Elementary School?
393 students attend Rio Del Mar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rio Del Mar Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Del Mar Elementary School?
Rio Del Mar Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Del Mar Elementary School offer ?
Rio Del Mar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rio Del Mar Elementary School part of?
Rio Del Mar Elementary School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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