Excellent
#126 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Del Mar Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Del Mar Union Elementary
13555 Boquita Dr., Del Mar, CA 92014
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#126 of 9,539
In Del Mar
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Del Mar Union Elementary
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Del Mar Heights Elementary
Elementary School in Del Mar · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Del Mar Heights Elementary
Del Mar Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Del Mar, CA, part of Del Mar Union Elementary. Del Mar Heights Elementary serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Mar Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Mar Heights Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Del Mar Heights Elementary — Students at Del Mar Heights Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Del Mar Heights Elementary Compares
See how Del Mar Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13555 Boquita Dr., Del Mar, CA 92014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Mar Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carmel Del Mar Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ocean Air (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Del Mar Hills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Del Mar, see our Del Mar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Solana Highlands Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| WINSTON SCHOOL Del Mar | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| The Uni of Liberty San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| The Winston School of San Diego Del Mar | 1.0 mi | — |
| Carmel Valley Middle Encinitas | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CAL COAST ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| NATIONAL UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SLB: SOLANA BEACH Solana Beach | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ocean Air San Diego | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Torrey Hills San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LePort Montessori Solana Beach Del Mar | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$194,528
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,172/mo
Population
13,260
College Educated
83.5%
Homeownership
70.1%
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
53.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 9.2 |
| ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Mar Heights Elementary
What grades does Del Mar Heights Elementary serve?
Del Mar Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Del Mar Heights Elementary?
Del Mar Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Heights Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Mar Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Del Mar Heights Elementary ranks #126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Mar Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Mar Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Del Mar Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Mar Heights Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Mar Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Mar Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Mar Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Mar Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Mar Heights Elementary?
10.5% of students at Del Mar Heights Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (858) 755-9367
Resources & Links
District
Del Mar Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,662
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,785
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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